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Iranwire – The start of a new crackdown on women in Iran and the deployment of morality police units have instilled fear and stress among both customers and marketers.
Market traffic has dwindled to a third of its usual volume, significantly impacting daily sales for shopkeepers.
Many have incurred fines for “improper hijab,” with shopkeepers instructed to bar those not adhering to the dress code, leading to further deterrence of potential buyers.
Occasionally, customers from afar retreat upon witnessing the stringent conditions as the police confront women, exacerbating the losses for sellers.
An old wholesaler, aware of talks within the clothing union, found the new rules unrealistic and hard to believe.
He recounted directives urging businesses to deny entry to unveiled women, questioning their feasibility.
“This goes against our principles and integrity,” he said. “Such expectations are simply unattainable.”
Since April 13, Iran’s law enforcement agencies have intensified the enforcement of hijab regulations under the national action plan “Noor.”
Across Iran, there have been numerous reports of women being arrested and subjected to the use of force due to perceived violations of dress codes.
Users across social networks are participating in a spontaneous campaign using the hashtag “war against women” to document their experiences and observations regarding the government’s crackdown on opponents of mandatory hijab.
Reports have surfaced detailing the use of repressive tactics, particularly on female students in various universities.
Moreover, pressure has also been mounting on civil activists, political dissenters, women political prisoners, and cultural figures.
