From shorts to trousers: How police uniforms evolved in Mumbai
The police in Mumbai transitioned from blue half-pants to khaki trousers in 1981 due to practicality and to command respect. The old uniform often hindered movement and drew mockery. The evolution reflects modernization and changing demands in policing. Retired ACP Iqbal Shaikh and historian Rohidas Dusar agree that the khaki trousers better suit contemporary requirements.
