HYDERABAD: Decorated military veteran, national security analyst, and cultural custodian Major General S.K. Sharma (Retd) was conferred the prestigious ‘Samatha Puraskar’ at the world-renowned Statue of Equality complex in Hyderabad, in recognition of his lifetime of selfless military service, public security awareness initiatives, and cultural preservation efforts across Jammu and Kashmir.
The Statue of Equality—standing as the world’s second-tallest seated statue—was conceptualised and established under the spiritual guidance of Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami Ji to commemorate the 1000th birth anniversary of 11th-century philosopher and social reformer Bhagavad Sri Ramanujacharya, who championed social justice, spiritual equity, and universal brotherhood.
A distinguished recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) awarded by the President of India during his active military career, Major General Sharma has remained vigorously engaged in civic and national causes following his retirement. Serving as President of the Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), he has extensively mentored youth and university students on border dynamics and internal security imperatives.
General Sharma currently serves as the National President of the Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch. His citation for the Samatha Puraskar highlighted his dedicated eight-year tenure as a Board Member of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) in Katra, alongside his extensive advisory stewardship for over 125 historical temples and shrines under the J&K Dharmarth Trust Council.
Beyond administrative and security contributions, General Sharma has spearheaded prominent grassroots movements to revitalize the Dogri language and safeguard the rich heritage of the Dogra community, representing over 35 lakh people across the Jammu region.
Published by True Roots Media