Lenskart’s Peyush Bansal Admits Language Lapse in Grooming Policy; Denies Restricting Religious Symbols A screenshot of an internal Lenskart grooming policy that circulated online sparked controversy over alleged restrictions on religious symbols. Lenskart founder Peyush Bansal addressed the issue on social media, clarifying that the document in question did not reflect the company’s current guidelines. He emphasized that employees are permitted to wear religious symbols such as bindis, tilak, and other culturally significant items. Bansal acknowledged a lapse in language within an older version of the policy, which was updated in February 2026 before the controversy arose. The disputed document, which had circulated on social media, reportedly listed restrictions on religious expressions like bindis, tilak, and burkhas, while also mentioning rules for turbans, hijabs, tattoos, hairbands, and caps. However, Bansal stated that the policy’s intent was never to suppress religious expression. He admitted that the language in the older version was outdated and did not align with Lenskart’s values, which prioritize cultural inclusivity. “An older version of our grooming policy had language that didn’t reflect our values. When it came to my notice in February this year, we got it fixed immediately, much before this conversation,” he wrote in a now-deleted social media post. Bansal apologized for the confusion and concern caused by the situation, noting that the company regularly reviews its guidelines to ensure they remain aligned with its mission. He reiterated that Lenskart’s policies do not restrict any form of religious expression, including bindis and tilak, and that the company’s identity is deeply rooted in India’s cultural and religious diversity. “We continue to review our guidelines regularly.#social_media #lenskart #peyush_bansal #grooming_policy #religious_symbols
