Top Features of the Indian Army’s New Combat Uniform

Whenever we see a person wearing that green color uniform, we get a different proud feeling for that person, and our hands go straight for a salute. This is the power of the uniform of the Indian Army. The armed forces of India have many types of uniforms for every category and sub-divisions. This article will talk about the Indian Army’s New Combat Uniform. 

A combat uniform is a field uniform, or we can say a battledress that a military or police officer wears during everyday working or fieldwork hours. The officer can also wear it at special functions, parades, and events. Lately, there has been an upgrade in the combat uniform, a better version of the old one.

Top Features of the Indian Army’s New Combat Uniform

1. When it comes to the texture, the new Combat uniform by the Indian Army consists of a much lighter and climate-friendly cloth for better comfort. It also has a digitally disruptive pattern that makes it attractive as well. 

2. There are a few reasons that promote the need of upgrading the uniform, as follows: 

• To save the personnel from extreme weather conditions 
• Giving much better survivability by providing advanced field camouflage
• More comfort 

3. This innovative uniform is designed with the help of one of the most prestigious design institutes in India- the National Institute of Fashion and Technology (NIFT). They made the uniform with a disruptive digital pattern entirely so that it becomes impossible to locate the officer from a distant location. 

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4. The uniform’s fabric is 70% cotton and 30% polyester, making it lightweight. It also has a quick-dry feature which helps absorb sweat effectively. 

5. The colours consist of a mixture of olive green and earthy color; that suits both the summer and winter seasons. The color combination also helps sustain any type of terrain during operations. 

6. The belt is given under the dress for better comfort, so you do not need to tuck the shirt in. 

Due to all these modifications, the Combat Uniform is much more efficient and comfortable for military officers.