Kargil War Hero • 1999

The Brave Heart of
Point 5465

Col RK Sharma — a rare officer honoured with both the Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra — led the audacious recapture of Point 5465 during the Kargil War.

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UN Peacekeeper • DR Congo 2005

From Sikkim
to the Congo

Four decades of service — China border, Kashmir Valley, Assam, North-East and a UN peacekeeping mission under the blue beret.

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Shoorveer • Penguin India 2025

A Soldier's Story,
Now in Print

"Shoorveer" — published by Penguin India, 2025. From jawan to Colonel, the story that inspires a generation.

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Years of Service
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Gallantry Honours
5465m
Peak Captured
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UN Mission, Congo
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01 — The Officer

The Legend of
Col RK Sharma

"A true epitome of bravery and selflessness — humility despite accolades, boldness in the face of fire."

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C ol RK Sharma is a legendary Indian Army officer — a true epitome of bravery and selflessness. A multiple gallantry award winner, he is known for his humility and bold actions that inspire many. Leading the charge to reclaim Point 5465 in Kargil was one of his finest moments, showcasing exceptional leadership and tactical genius.

He is one of the few officers to receive both the Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra for his outstanding service. His tenure as a UN peacekeeper in the Democratic Republic of Congo gave him a unique perspective on global conflicts.

What drives his story is an unwavering dedication to service — a role model for aspiring soldiers and leaders. His humility, despite numerous accolades, is a testament to his character and commitment to the nation.

Enlisted
1986
Brigade of the Guards, Kamptee
Commissioned
1998
IMA Dehradun, 22 Grenadiers
Kargil
1999
Batalik — Point 5465
Retired
Oct 2022
After 36 years of service
02 — The Service

Four Decades. One Mission.

A year-wise march through battles, borders and leadership.

03 — Awards & Achievements

Honours on the Chest,
Service in the Heart.

A soldier with one of the rarest combinations of gallantry awards in Indian Army history.

05 — Video Gallery

Voice of a Soldier

A Memoir

SHOORVEER

The story of a soldier who became a legend.

Col RK Sharma
Penguin India • 2025
06 — The Book

Shoorveer.
A soldier's memoir.

From enlisting as a soldier in 1986 to commanding NCC Battalions at IIT Roorkee — Shoorveer traces the firelit path of Col RK Sharma through Kargil's crags, Kashmir's valleys, the jungles of the North-East and the peacekeeping missions of the Congo.

  • Published by Penguin India
  • Launched in 2025
  • Foreword by war veterans
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"When the call came at Point 5465, we did not think of medals —
we thought of the men to our left and the men to our right."
— Col RK Sharma, Shoorveer
07 — Get in Touch

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Inspire.

For speaking sessions, school / college talks, media interviews or leadership workshops — send a message.

Email
contact@colrksharma.in
Based in
Roorkee, Uttarakhand — India
Phone
+91 — available on request