Lt. General Sharma retired from the Indian Army in 2008, after four decades of a career of selfless service to the nation. The General holds an M. Phil. in Defence and International Security and often lectures on leadership and national security at various forums. A strong votary of sustainable and responsible development he has developed expertise in areas of environment, renewable energy and ecology. Gen. Sharma now writes on national strategy and security issues and lectures business leaders on decision-making, motivation and positivity.