Indian Army Updates Uniform Rules, Moves Away From Colonial Traditions | Indian Army

The Indian Army has introduced sweeping reforms under the Army Uniforms Pamphlet 2026, aimed at removing colonial-era symbols and aligning military traditions with India's identity and values. Reviewing Officers will no longer carry ceremonial swords, the use of the term "Royal" has been discontinued, and traditional Indian attire such as the Bandi jacket has been incorporated into formal dress regulations. The reforms also introduce a new Battle Jacket, stricter appearance guidelines, and restrictions on where uniforms can be worn. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen a distinctly Indian military identity while preserving the Army's core traditions and heritage. #indianarmy #armyreforms #defencenews #militarynews #armyuniform #armydresscode #indianmilitary #breakingnews #latestnews #bharatfirst —————————————————————————————————————————— TOI Bharat – Your Window to India And Its Neighbourhood TOI Bharat delivers the latest news, biggest voices, sharpest views and in-depth coverage of India’s political, social and economic landscape. Stay updated will all things making news in India and the subcontinent. We keep you informed. Your Nation. Your Voice India News | Breaking News | Indian Politics I Indian Subcontinent I India I Bangladesh I Pakistan I Nepal I Sri Lanka I Bhutan |Today Breaking News | 2026 Breaking News | Top Strories | Top News Join Millions Reading TOI; Download Our App At http://toi.in/app-yt #TOIBharat #IndiaNews #BreakingNews Subscribe to TOI Bharat and press the bell icon to stay updated with our latest videos! Visit our website: https://www.timesofindia.com/