Bhukant Mishra
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Bhukant Mishra | |
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 Portrait OF Maj Bhukant Mishra | |
| Born | 15 June 1941 Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Died | 6 June 1984 (aged 42) Amritsar, Punjab, India |
| Allegiance |  India |
| Service |  Indian Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 15 Kumaon |
| Battles / wars | Operation Blue Star |
| Awards |  Ashoka Chakra |
Major Bhukant Mishra, AC (15 June 1941 – 6 June 1984) was an Indian Army Officer of 15 Kumaon Regiment. He was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra, India's highest military honour, on 26 January 1985 for his actions in Operation Blue Star.[1][2]