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[boerboy]

I could be wrong as I was reading the 78tj Seaforth Highlanders wore light blue tunics during the Indian mutiny

Hawkeye, unfortunatelly
the 78th Seaforth Highlanders (78th Regiment of Foot) did not wear light blue tunics during the Indian Mutiny (1857–1858). Their uniform at the time would have followed standard British Army Highland dress of the mid-19th century:
Scarlet (red) tunics, typical of British line infantry.
Government (Black Watch) tartan kilts or trews.
Feather bonnets or glengarries depending on the occasion and period.
Dark blue facings (collar and cuffs), as was the facing color of the 78th at the time.
The idea of light blue tunics is not supported by historical uniform references for the 78th during this period.

 

[HAWKEYE]

This says didferent, but I will have to find the boxes I recieved them in

 

[boerboy]

This says didferent, but I will have to find the boxes I recieved them in

Some light blue or grey fatigue jackets may have been used in tropical climates later, but not as standard battle dress during the Indian Mutiny.

If you're referring to a toy soldier or artistic representation with light blue tunics, it’s likely an error, a stylized interpretation, or possibly a mix-up with another unit (e.g., Egyptian troops or some colonial units that did wear light or khaki colors). I’m not claiming to be the ultimate expert on uniforms — far from it! It’s just my humble opinion, offered with the full understanding that I could be completely wrong… but at least I’m wrong with confidence.

 

[boerboy]

I just checked another reference on uniform I have and it reads:

During the Indian Mutiny of 1857–1858, the 78th Highlanders (Ross-shire Buffs)—later known as the Seaforth Highlanders—wore uniforms typical of mid-19th century British Highland regiments. Here's what they wore during that campaign:

Standard Campaign Uniform (circa 1857–1858, Indian Mutiny):
Tunic:

Scarlet (red) wool tunic with dark blue facings (collar and cuffs).

Often worn in campaign conditions with the sleeves rolled up or replaced by a lighter fatigue jacket in extreme heat, but red was still standard.

Kilt:

Government tartan (Black Watch) kilt—distinctive Highland pattern.

In some field conditions, they may have worn trews or lighter trousers for practicality.

Headgear:

Feather bonnet (full dress) or Glengarry bonnet (field use).

In the heat of India, they may have worn pith helmets or forage caps on campaign, especially during non-formal operations.

Accoutrements:

White crossbelt with regimental badge.

Brown leather ammunition pouch.

Standard-issue .577 calibre Enfield rifled musket.

Footwear:

Short black leather boots or gaiters. This is just to the best of my knowledge, based on the references I have—so please don’t judge too harshly!