Drawing inspiration from Rajmudra of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Indian Navy on Friday (December 29, 2023) unveiled the new design of epaulettes that officers of higher ranks will wear.
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Indian PM Narendra Modi had announced the introduction of the new design during the Navy Day address at Sindhudurg earlier this month.
Unveiling the new design, Indian Navy posted on X: “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 true reflection of our rich maritime heritage.”
“Adoption of the new design reaffirms our commitment to the two pillars of #PanchPran’ – ‘Virasat Par Garv’ & ‘Ghulami ki Mansikta se Mukti ‘. #BharatiyaNausena embracing #Bharatiyata in letter and spirit,” read the post.
The current design was unveiled for the ranks of Admiral, Vice Admiral and Rear Admiral.