Why Army officers will no longer carry swords on parade
A military identity rooted in independent India Why uniforms matter in the military The end of the ceremonial sword for reviewing officers Enter the Bandi
A military identity rooted in independent India Why uniforms matter in the military The end of the ceremonial sword for reviewing officers Enter the Bandi jacket The battle jacket returns Veterans see continuity amid change Personal appearance under sharper focus Standardisation across a vast institution Part of a larger decolonisation effort 124 roads 77 colonies 27 buildings 18 other facilities including parks, training areas, sports grounds, gates and helipads Previous reforms paved the way More than a change of dress
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