# Tajikistan banned wearing Hijab and will fine people heavily if they don't follow the rule

> Tajikistan recently enacted a law banning Islamic hijabs and other traditional Muslim clothing. This legislation, passed by the parliament's upper house on June 19, also prohibits "alien garments" and children's activit…

Published: 2026-09-20 · Desk: World · Source: Hindustan Times

Tajikistan recently enacted a law banning Islamic hijabs and other traditional Muslim clothing. This legislation, passed by the parliament's upper house on June 19, also prohibits "alien garments" and children's activities during Islamic holidays like Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. The lower chamber initially focused on banning the hijab and similar attire. This move marks an escalation in Tajikistan's longstanding restrictions on Islamic dress, which began with measures in 2007 targeting students and eventually encompassed all public institutions. The new law introduces harsh penalties for violations, including fines ranging from 7,920 to 57,600 somonis, depending on the offender's role. Concurrently, the government has been promoting traditional Tajik clothing through campaigns and a comprehensive manual outlining suitable attire across various contexts.

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