He was a part of the Special Cell, an anti-terrorist unit of the Delhi Police Force.

[5] He played a major role in this case, and a film was also made about it called Batla House.

[6] A number of high officials paid tribute to Sharma, including Home Minister Shivraj Patil and Police Commissioner Y. S.

[7] Prime Minister Manmohan Singh praised his "exceptional courage" and called him "an inspiration for our security forces.

"[8] The Prime Minister also sent a message of condolence to Sharma's wife,[9] as did INC president Sonia Gandhi.