As we usher in the new year #2024, #IndianNavy proudly unveils the new Design of Admirals' Epaulettes. Announced by @PMOIndia during #NavyDay2023 at Sindhudurg - the 🛑 in the new Design, drawn from the Naval Ensign & inspired from Rajmudra of #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj, is a… pic.twitter.com/Ssxq8ZLOZd
— SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) December 29, 2023
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:17am on 29 Dec 2023,Friday Defence
The Indian Navy has unveiled a new design for the epaulettes worn by senior officers, drawing inspiration from the royal seal of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Unveiled initially for the top three ranks of Admiral, Vice Admiral and Rear Admiral, the move replaces the previous colonial-era design featuring "Nelson's Ring." Announced by PM Modi during Navy Day celebrations, the new epaulettes integrate the naval ensign and reflect India's maritime heritage, shedding vestiges of the mentality of slavery. This follows previous Indianization efforts banning batons, allowing traditional wears, and reviewing ranks for over 65,000 sailors. While sailors will get new India-centric designations, officers' ranks will remain unchanged for now.
