Rakesh Sharma Rank
About Rakesh Sharma
Rakesh Sharma became a member of the Indian Air Force in 1970. By the end of 1984, he had risen to the squadron leader rank. That same year, he made history by becoming the first cosmonaut from India to make it to space. He was a member of the Soyuz T-11 led by Yury Malyshev.
In 1987, he joined the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited as one of their chief test pilots. He brought his flying career to an end in 2001.
Personal Life
He has been married to a lady called Madhu. He has two children named Kapil and Krittika.
Education
Sharma was a student of St. George's Grammar School before he started his education at Nizam College in Hyderabad. He was later trained at the National Defence Academy.
Honors
After returning from space, he received the Hero of the Soviet Union award. He is also a recipient of the Ashoka Chakra award.
Trivia
Before retiring from the military, he was a wing commander.
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F.A.Q. about Rakesh Sharma
When is his birthday?
Rakesh Sharma's birthday is on January 13, 1949.
In how many days is his birthday?
Rakesh's birthday is in 353 days
How old is he?
He is 73 years old.
Where is Rakesh from?
He was born in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Rakesh Sharma's Popularity
Rakesh Sharma is a famous Indian pilot and astronaut, who was born on January 13, 1949. As a person born on this date, Rakesh Sharma is listed in our database as the 34th most popular celebrity for the day (January 13) and the 82nd most popular for the year (1949).
People born on January 13 fall under the Zodiac sign of Capricorn, the Sea Goat. Rakesh Sharma is the 1082nd most popular Capricorn.
Aside from information specific to Rakesh Sharma's birthday, Rakesh Sharma is the 304th most famous Indian.
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