New Delhi, July 31 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday expressed grief over the demise of former Chief of the Army Staff General Vishwa Nath Sharma, remembering him as a distinguished military leader who served the nation with unwavering dedication, courage and honour.

In a post on X, the Defence Minister paid tribute to the former Army Chief and extended condolences to his family.

"Deeply saddened by the passing of former Chief of the Army Staff General Vishwa Nath Sharma. A distinguished military leader, General Sharma served the Nation with unwavering dedication, courage and honour. He carried forward the illustrious legacy of his family, including that of his elder brother, Major Som Nath Sharma, PVC, with great distinction,...