On Prime Minister Modi’s directions, the Indian Army Chief recently initiated the process to end Colonial practices such as buggies, pipe bands and functional ceremonies on retirement. Also, the English names of some of the units are to be changed.

• During the retirement ceremony, the vehicle of the retiring officer is pulled by troops and another officer.
• The ceremony is conducted during the posting of the new officer as well.
• PM Modi listed five pledges during his speech on red fort. They are making India a developed country, taking pride in the heritage of the country, fulfilling the duties, and removing traces of bondage, and unity. In accordance with the five pledges, India is removing the practices.