Colonel Ashutosh Sharma
has achieved martyrdom while being in action against terrorists in Handwara.
The brave heart Colonel who was with the 21 Rashtriya Rifles 19 – Guards had
extensive firsthand experience in counter insurgency operations. The loss of
Ashutosh in an operation which was planned and executed by terrorists is a big blow to the Indian Army.
This is the first time since the supreme sacrifice of Santosh Mahadik in November, 2015 when an officer of the rank of Colonel has been killed in action.
As per statement issued by the Indian Army, these men were trapped in a somewhat hostage like situation. However, it seems that they were trapped in deception. This is even painful to learn that they couldn't even fire a single bullet against terrorists. They had information about terrorists hiding in a village in the forest of Handwara. The team led by Col. Ashutosh reached there. Suddenly, two terrorists fired from a distant. The team saw a deserted house adjacent to them. They entered in the house in the hope of taking position against the terrorists who were firing. They were unaware about the plan, obviously.
In that abandoned house, two terrorists had taken position. They were well - trained and heavily armed. Col. Ashutosh and team entered the house. Suddenly there were firing. Before they could understand anything, the game was over. Other member of the unit took position instantly and didn't let the terrorists flee. These two terrorists were killed in the morning.
Following are some
profile details of Colonel Ashutosh Sharma:
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Col. Ashutosh Sharma, 21 RR |
This is the first time since the supreme sacrifice of Santosh Mahadik in November, 2015 when an officer of the rank of Colonel has been killed in action.
As per statement issued by the Indian Army, these men were trapped in a somewhat hostage like situation. However, it seems that they were trapped in deception. This is even painful to learn that they couldn't even fire a single bullet against terrorists. They had information about terrorists hiding in a village in the forest of Handwara. The team led by Col. Ashutosh reached there. Suddenly, two terrorists fired from a distant. The team saw a deserted house adjacent to them. They entered in the house in the hope of taking position against the terrorists who were firing. They were unaware about the plan, obviously.
In that abandoned house, two terrorists had taken position. They were well - trained and heavily armed. Col. Ashutosh and team entered the house. Suddenly there were firing. Before they could understand anything, the game was over. Other member of the unit took position instantly and didn't let the terrorists flee. These two terrorists were killed in the morning.
Personal
Life:
Name: Ashutosh Sharma
Nick Name: Ashu
Date of Birth:
Age: 41 Years
Birthplace: Bulandshahr, UP
Father:
Mother:
Educational
Qualification:
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NDA
Relationship
Status: Married.
News
and Controversies: Ashutosh
Sharma was awarded with Gallantry Awards twice for his courageous operation
against terrorists in Kashmir. In fact, he had always wanted to be in Kashmir
and be at the forefront in fight against terrorists.
It is believed that
Ashutosh was trapped. There was no hostage. The Indian Army should come out and
release all details. It is very unlikely that such a small team comprising so
many high rank officials will enter a hostage house. They were trapped, we think
so.
Family
Details:
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Spouse/Wife:
NA
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Children:
One daughter
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Siblings:
Salary and Net Asset:
Interesting Facts:
- Ashutosh Sharma is survived by his wife and a 12 yearold daughter.
- Along with Ashu, four other brave hearts have been killed in action.
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