Modi government made this big change in the Indian Navy!
Narendra Modi government has made a major change in the nature of the Indian Navy. After the Naval Flag, there has been a change in the form of the shoulder straps of the officers. Till now the officers of the Indian Navy were wearing the symbols of slavery dating back to the British era. But now he will wear epaulettes inspired by the navy of Shivaji Maharaj, who dreamed of Swaraj.
The Navy said that these have been designed inspired by the ensign and royal seal of Chhatrapati Shivaji’s navy. Let us tell you that on Navy Day, PM Modi had said that now we have to end the things and identity of the time of British rule. We have to come out of the mentality of slavery and take our heritage forward.
Inspired by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Jal Sena
The new shoulder straps designed by the Indian Navy for Admirals are inspired by the naval insignia and posture of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. There are mainly five marks in it. The first is a golden navy button, the second is an octagon with Ashoka mudra, the third is a sword, the fourth is a telescope and the fifth is water stars according to the rank of officers. In this, there will be two stars in the Rear Admiral’s patta but the outline of the patta will be of black colour. The Serge Rear Admiral’s plaque will also have two stars, but the outline of this plaque will be red.
Admiral’s flag will have three stars
Apart from this, there will be three stars in the Admiral’s plaque. The outline of this plate will also be black. The Serge Vice Admiral’s plaque will also have three stars, but the outline of this plaque will be red. Apart from this, the shoulder plaque of the Naval Chief i.e. Admiral will have four stars and the outline of this plaque will also be black. Apart from the color of the stars and outline, all Admiral’s plates will be the same.
What message do the new plank marks convey?
- Golden Navy Button- It shows the will to get out of the mentality of slavery.
- Octagon- It shows all the eight directions, so that all around can be kept alert for a long time.
- Sword- Shows power, national strength and ability to fight war. Along with this, it shows the ability to face every challenge and defeat it.
- Telescope- This shows the foresight of the Indian Navy. This shows the ability to monitor changes happening in the world in every season for a long time.
