Indian Army unveils new uniform policy, phases out colonial-era practices
The Indian Army has launched 'Army Uniforms–2026', a new policy designed to modernize dress regulations and remove colonial-era terminology and practices. The initiative introduces a unified numbering scheme across the three military services to improve interoperability and reflect contemporary Indian values.
Why it matters
This represents a significant cultural and administrative shift in India's military, aiming to decolonize institutional identity.
In a significant move aimed at modernising military traditions and reinforcing an indigenous identity, the Indian Army has introduced Army Uniforms–2026, a revised dress regulations pamphlet that progressively removes residual colonial-era practices, terminology and non-essential accoutrements.
The report describes government policy changes neutrally, focusing on the stated goals of the institution.
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