Local sources in Nimruz province have reported that the Taliban's Department for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice has issued a warning to barbers in Zaranj City, urging them to refrain from shaving their customers' beards and enforcing other restrictions. This move has raised concerns about personal freedom and its impact on the livelihoods of the affected barbers.
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Restrictions Imposed on Barbers
According to sources, the Taliban's department in Nimruz issued a warning to all barbers in Zaranj, advising them against shaving and trimming customers' beards, reducing the length of their hair in Western styles, and displaying "illicit" pictures in their barbershops. The notice clearly states that those who fail to comply with these restrictions will face legal consequences, effective from Tuesday, May 30. It further adds that offenders will not have the right to file complaints.
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Barbers Fear Imprisonment and Loss of Business
Barbers in Nimruz province claim that the Taliban's pursuit of enforcing virtue is aimed at imprisoning them. These barbers express concerns over the limitations imposed on their profession, as the restrictions imposed by the Taliban have resulted in a significant loss of customers. The measures not only curtail personal freedoms but also have a detrimental effect on the livelihoods of the barbers, adding to their already challenging circumstances.
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Taliban's Restrictions on Social Life
Since seizing power, the Taliban have imposed numerous restrictions on the social life of citizens across the country. These measures, including restrictions on women's rights, music, and entertainment, have drawn international criticism and sparked concerns about the preservation of personal freedoms and human rights.