Army bids final farewell to Gen. Sharma with full military honours
The Indian Army held a funeral with full military honors for former Chief of Army Staff General Vishwa Nath Sharma, who passed away at age 96. The ceremony was attended by high-ranking military officials and family members.
Why it matters
It marks the passing of a significant historical figure in the Indian military establishment.
The Indian Army on Saturday bid a final farewell to its former chief General Vishwa Nath Sharma (retd.), as his last rites were performed with full military honours here.
Gen. Sharma passed away in Delhi on Friday (July 31, 2026) morning. He was 96.
“The Indian Army paid its final tribute to Gen. Vishwa Nath Sharma (retd), PVSM, AVSM, and a former Chief of the Army Staff. His last rites were performed with full military honours today at the Brar Square Crematorium in Delhi,” the Army said.
Army Chief Gen. Dhiraj Seth, on behalf of all ranks of the force, laid a wreath and offered his condolences to the bereaved family.
Mizoram Governor Gen. V.K. Singh (retd), a former Chief of the Army Staff, also laid a wreath and attended the funeral, officials said.
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