 Gen. Nirbhay Sharma
Distinguished Fellow
Joined ORF
January 2012
Background
A post graduate in Military Science and an MPhil in Defence Studies from Madras University; one of the most distinguished and decorated Field Commanders of the Indian Army. Most of his assignments have dealt with the J&K and North Eastern States; the last assignment being a Corps Commander and Security Advisor to the Government of J&K. During the period, his landmark contribution in fighting the ongoing proxy war in Kashmir, including the successful conduct of Parliamentary and Assembly elections are well known. Apart from brilliantly directing anti-terrorist operations of over one lakh elements of the security force, his accomplishments include construction of anti-infiltration obstacle system along the LOC, opening the Uri-Muzaffarabad Road and the construction of 'Aman Setu'. He had earlier raised a Division during the 'Kargil War' (in record time). The concurrent conduct of disaster relief operations during the 'Snow Tsunami' and Earthquake also drew praise and recognition. His slogan of "Jawan aur Awaam, Aman hai Mukaam" and its manifestation on ground brought in a new approach and momentum to the ongoing peace process in Kashmir.
Fought the 1971 War and was a part of the Airborne Assault Group, the first Indian Army Unit to enter Dacca. Apart from commanding a battalion on the China border, was part of the Sino-Indian Working Group and coordinated counter-insurgency operations in the North East with civil agencies & inter-ministerial delegations. The peace process with Naga rebels commenced during this period. Close interaction with the representatives of the armies and governments of Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and Bangladesh for effective border management and formulation of joint strategies to combat militancy, anti-national/ criminal/ hijacking activities and disaster management were also part of his charter.
As Director General (Perspective Planning) in the Army HQ, worked on the Restructuring of Army HQ and assisted in drafting 'Army Vision 2020'. As Master General of Ordnance, his stamp of dynamism is distinctly seen in the field of material management of the 1.2 million strong Indian Army with varied and complex inventory worth over Rs. 50,000 Crores and an Annual Revenue Budget of Rs. 6000 Crores.
Served as Member, Union Public Service Commission: The organisation has the mandate to frame recruitment rules, recruit and promote officers of the Civil Services, and also comment on disciplinary cases relating to different civil servants. Also headed the Committee to frame and amend recruitment rules, commented on disciplinary cases, offered specific advice on examination reforms and other matters related to the development of the Indian Civil Service.
Presently
He is working as a Distinguished Fellow at ORF's Institute of Security Studies.
E-mail ID: nirbhaysharma@orfonline.org
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