Armed and uniformed forces of the Islamic Emirate are forbidden from entering parks and other entertainment areas across the country, a spokesman said on Wednesday.

The decision was made by the caretaker cabinet of the Islamic Emirate last Monday, according to the spokesman.

“Based on a government cabinet decision, the forces of the Islamic Emirate are not allowed to enter parks or other entertainment areas while being armed and wearing uniforms,” said Inamullah Samangani, deputy spokesman for the Islamic Emirate.

Citizens welcomed the decision of the government.

“We sincerely call on them to not enter with military equipment--not only the parks but in the hospitals, schools, mosques because it affects the morale of the society,” said Mansour, a resident of Kabul.

“We welcome the decision made by the Islamic Emirate. It is a good act because parks are places for families and as all parks have their own guards, there is no need for security forces,” said Farida another resident.

Islamic Emirate Spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid said on Twitter that all forces of the Islamic Emirate are obliged to adhere to the rules in entertainment areas.

Analysts believe that the Islamic Emirate’s forces need to receive professional training.

“Armed military personnel, and individuals with military equipment, should be banned because the areas (parks) are designed for common people and children who need to walk and enjoy a calm environment,” said Gen. Samar Sadat, a military expert.

This comes as the citizens have repeatedly voiced concerns over presence of armed individuals in the parks.

The citizens also urged the Islamic Emirate to provide a specific uniform for the security forces.