Major Braj Kishore Sharma KC

Major Braj Kishore Sharma was born on 21st March 1961 in Munger district of Bihar. He completed his schooling from Sainik School located in the Tilaiya town of Koderma district in Jharkhand. At the Sainik School, his interest in the Armed Forces grew and the foundation of his military life was laid. Consequently, he got selected to join the prestigious National Defence Academy at Pune and later went to IMA Dehradun. He was commissioned on 24th Dec 1982 into the Regiment of Artillery, one of the important combat arms of the Indian Army, well known for its booming guns. Besides being a proud gunner, he was a keen sportsman too and represented his unit multiple times in long-distance running, Squash and Hockey.

After serving for a few years, Maj Braj Kishore got married to Ms. Kumkum and the couple had two daughters Sneha and Deepali. By 1997, Maj Braj Kishore had put in over ten years of service and had served in various operational areas with different terrain and challenging work conditions. He was a dedicated soldier and a fine officer who commanded the respect of his men under him as well as his peers.

Train Attack : 09 Nov 1997

During 1997, Maj Braj Kishore was serving with 168 Field Regt widely known for its stellar role in the battle of Longewala in 1971 war. The unit was deployed in Assam and was engaged in counter-insurgency operations. On 09 Nov 1997 Maj Braj Kishore was returning to his unit after leave and was traveling in a train along with his family. When the train was passing through Bihar four armed robbers barged into Maj Braj Kishore’s compartment and started looting the passengers. Sensing the danger to his family members and other co-passengers Maj Braj Kishore swung into action and pounced on the robbers.

Maj Braj Kishore was a valiant and tough soldier and using his military skills he succeeded in pinning down and disarming two of the robbers. Despite being unarmed Maj Braj Kishore’s daring action thwarted the plan of the robbers and brought relief to the passengers. However, in retaliatory action, one of the other accomplices maneuvered himself and shot Maj Braj Kishore in the chest. Undeterred Maj Braj Kishore continued to challenge the robbers which motivated some passengers to become belligerent. This created panic among the armed attackers who then fled by jumping out of the train. However, Maj Braj Kishore later succumbed to his injuries while being taken to the hospital. Maj Braj Kishore displayed cold courage, leadership, and gallantry of a very high order while dealing with a crisis situation posing a threat to the lives of many innocent people.

Maj Braj Kishore Sharma was given the nation’s second-highest peacetime gallantry award, “Kirti Chakra” for his valour, fighting spirit and self-sacrifice in the highest traditions of the Indian Army. He is survived by his wife Smt Kumkum Sharma, daughters Sneha Sharma & Deepali Sharma and brother Shri Kishore Sharma.

A tribute by his brother, Shri Kishore Sharma:

‘”Not a single day/moment has passed without you being remembered. It’s been a decade since you left, leaving us with heartfelt memories and values. Your sacrifices and commitment towards the country and its people motivate us to move ahead in life.”‘

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18 Comments

Deepali Sharma
2018 at 1:52 pm Reply

Dear papa,

We miss you.
Even though I was too tiny to have any real memories, I have a vivid image of you in my head. A dashing personality with a smile across your face.
I always ask mom if I have any resemblance to you. She tells me that I have hands like you 🙂
I hope that someday I become a person like you.

You left a protective blanket on our family and you made us forever proud.
When someone asks who my father is, I hold my head high and tell your story with utmost pride. You will always command respect for your deeds.
I wish you were here to share my life but you taught me courage even when you were not around. Every time I face/d any hardship, I remind myself that I am the daughter of a brave man like you. The feeling in itself is enough to give me strength and courage to get through a difficult time.

You will forever remain my hero and my inspiration.
May you rest in peace and keep guiding us.

From,
A Proud Daughter
- Harsh Choubey
  2018 at 7:23 pm
  
  Your Dad is an inspiration and a hero for all.
- Saurabh Mukerjee
  2019 at 8:10 pm
  
  Dear Dipali,
  
  I served with your Dad in the National Defence Academy and we passed out together from Echo Squadron. In fact we ran this Squadron together for 6 months, in the final term. I was the Squadron Cadet Captain, and he was the Cadet Sergeant Major. What a team we made!!
  
  I joined the Navy and left the Services in 1995. Some time I learnt that BK was no more…there was a deep sadness in me which I have not shared earlier.
  
  Your Father was a wonderful human being. Honest, caring and dedicated. I have the highest regard and the finest memories of him.
  
  Do connect with me at [email protected].
  
  Best wishes
  
  Saurabh Mukerjee
  9820044146
- Deblina Mitra
  2020 at 8:12 pm
  
  Hats off to the exemplary courage shower by your father. God bless you all
Geetika Chauhan
2018 at 8:32 pm Reply

I have heard complete reverence and absolute love from your family… and their absolute strength. We know you’re watching, taking pride in where each of your daughters has reached today. Its an honor to finally be familiar with your story.. ! Respect.
- Praveen Bhaik
  2019 at 2:04 pm
  
  God blesses the Braves. Salute to his bravery and his family.
Akshay Kumar
2018 at 9:06 pm Reply

Dear bade papa
We miss u a lot!
Even though I was not born at that time but still I have glimpse of your heroic image in my mind as set by the stories of your heroic deeds and dazzling personality that I listened from my elders.
Just memorising that cute,dimpled& smiling face of yours helps me to overcome from any troubling situation.You are my all time ideal & hero and following the path shown by you I just wanna become like you.You are an inspiration for all of us.
May your soul rest in peace and keep guiding us .

From
Akshay
Love u bade papa!!
S Rama Krishna
2018 at 9:54 pm Reply

Salute to Major Braj Kishore Sharma, a symbol of Bravery
- Pratik Mitra
  2019 at 10:31 am
  
  Jai Hind Sir ,
  I am speechless reading your bravery .I did not have the opportunity to serve you but I heard a lot about you from one of my close buddy who was in your regiment .
  Warm Regards
  Capt Pratik Mitra
  Signals
Shivrajan sharma
2019 at 9:17 pm Reply

I also heard the brave story of my village brave man.who motive so much and help to take brave decision in life.
I salute 1000 times.but,It is too little to him.
I also told his brave story to my relatives,friends and feeling very proud that time..
Again salute to the brave indian army soldiers luckly who belong to my village.
I am very lucky to born on this village.
May your soul rest in peace.

SHIVRAJAN
Hitesh Rao
2019 at 12:26 am Reply

Great sacrifices never get unnoticed and they always leave a mark. Mark in this case is being an exemplary daughter who inherited, not only the courage of the great man but also his chivelry, mindfulness. I applaud you for the way you have carried yourself through your tenure at AIT. You are still the only girl I have seen playing guitar on stage in Raman Theatre and so an inspiration to many. All my strength to your mother, siblings and your loved ones. All the best and Keep Charging.
Anuj Selot
2019 at 8:12 pm Reply

Salute to Major Braj Kishore Sharma, a symbol of Bravery
- ALOK KUMAR
  2020 at 10:53 pm
  
  Great Sacrifice,I feel proud for you.My brother,I cannot forget your love.Remember you again and again.you are immortal . Great soul.SALUTE SIR.
Vaidehi Bhashyam Mehta
2019 at 5:09 pm Reply

What a moving tribute to your father and his sacrifice! God bless you, your mother and your sister. I do believe your father is somewhere out there looking out for his family.
Col APS Johal
2019 at 3:44 pm Reply

Dear Deepali,
Your brave father was a very dear friend. We were in the same Sqn in NDA and both of us joined the Regiment of Artillery on commission. We did a number of courses together…..

I would like to get in touch with you. Do respond at my mail id [email protected]
Regards to your mother and love to both of you!!
Best wishes,
Col APS Johal
Col Binay Kumar,SST
2019 at 6:53 pm Reply

Maj Braj Kishore Sharma will always be remembered for his daring act.He had a charming personality.He made us all proud.