Indian Army's uniform over the years as its new one debuts on January 15

To ensure security, there'll be tight restrictions on the manufacture, supply of the NIFT-designed disruptive pattern battle dress uniform

On January 15, the new combat uniform of the Indian Army will make its debut appearance during the annual Army Day parade in New Delhi. The new uniform has been designed by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), in partnership with the Indian Army.

Like most army combat uniforms, this one has been designed to serve two requirements: First, protection against harsh climatic conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Second, the need to provide soldiers’ outfits with field camouflage, so as to increase his battlefield survivability.

The tradition of military field uniforms was brought to India through the British