[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 31 (Friday, February 14, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E131]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING TEXAS-24 HOMETOWN HERO DR. RAMESH SHARMA

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 14, 2025

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor our Texas-24 Hometown 
Hero, Dr. Ramesh Sharma of Fort Worth. At 85 years old, Dr. Sharma is a 
shining example that age is merely a number. Raised in India, he earned 
his degree in mechanical engineering from the Indian Institute of 
Technology before joining the civilian Indian naval forces. He 
completed several years of service before immigrating to the U.S. and 
settling in Fort Worth in 1986. Working as a stress engineer at various 
nuclear power plants, Dr. Sharma was driven by a desire to provide his 
children with the best educational opportunities.
  Upon retirement, he set his sights on his next goal: continuing his 
education. In 2014, he completed his master's degree in mechanical 
engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington. Taking classes one 
by one over the next decade, he earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics, an 
incredible feat he attributes to the unwavering support of his family 
and professors. At his graduation, a touching moment unfolded as his 
son, who also earned his doctorate, assisted him in donning his 
graduation robes. Dr. Sharma aims to mentor students and give back to 
our community.
  Dr. Sharma's determination in the pursuit of knowledge is an 
inspiration to North Texans and I congratulate him on his incredible 
achievement.

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