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Source- This post is based on the article “Navy unveils new Admirals’ epaulettes in ‘true reflection of Indian rich maritime heritage‘” published in “The Hindu” on 29th December 2023.
Why in the News?
The new design of epaulettes for admirals has been unveiled by the Navy, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement during the Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra.
What new changes have been made in the design?
1) The newly designed epaulettes features a golden Navy button at the top, followed by an octagon, a crossed Indian sword and telescope, and stars denoting the ranks.
2) The octagon in the new design has been drawn from the naval ensign and inspired by rajmudra of Chhatrapati Shivaji.
What is the Significance of the New Design?
Adopting the new design reaffirms their commitment to the two pillars of Panch Pran (Five Resolves) given by PM Narendra Modi during the 76th Independence Day-
1) Take Pride in our Roots
2) Remove any Trace of Colonial Mindset.
Note- The Navy is also set to rename some of the ranks now in British nomenclature to reflect an Indian connection.
What is the New Naval Ensign of Indian Navy?
How has the Indian Navy acknowledged the naval power of the Marathas, under Shivaji?
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