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14-12-2024 | 15:46 PM

President’s Colours Awards

The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) recently presented the prestigious President’s Colours to four battalions of the Mechanised Infantry.

President’s Colours Awardees

• The 26th and 27th Battalions of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment and 
• the 20th and 22nd Battalions of the Brigade of the Guards.

Important Facts

• It is the highest honour that can be conferred upon a military unit.
• It symbolises the unit’s commitment to duty, professionalism, and valour.
• The tradition of presenting colours to military units dates back to the British era. India adopted this tradition after independence. 
• The Indian Navy became the first among the three services to be presented with the President’s Colour on 27 May 1951 by Dr Rajendra Prasad.
• The President of India or the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) presents the colours to the unit in a grand ceremony. 
• The Colours are a ceremonial flag bearing the unit’s insignia and motto.
• Eligibility Criteria: Units are selected based on their exceptional performance in various operations, training, and administrative duties.