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India will host the 2026 Asia Rifle/Pistol Cup, the National Shooting Federation announced on Wednesday, continuing efforts to attract the mega-event to the country. The decision to award the continental tournament to India was taken by the executive committee of the Asian Shooting Confederation (ASC). In a letter from their ASC counterparts to National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) Secretary General K. Sultan Singh, Eng. Duaij Al-Otaibi, the organizing federation requested that the continental body be informed of the proposed dates. being sought after.
Commenting on this development, Mr. Sultan Singh said, “We are delighted to be participating in yet another top international shooting competition.We are very grateful to the ASC Executive Committee. As always, I assure you that I will do my best.” NRAI Chairman Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo was also present and said, “This is another proof of India’s shooting status in the international circuit and our top guns will get another chance to sharpen their aim in front of India.” I’m very happy about that.” Home fans and the best team in the world.
“We would like to thank the Government of India, the Ministry of Sports and the Sports Authority of India for their continuous encouragement and support to all endeavors of the Indian shooting community.” It hosted the competition, and a year later, the Asian Olympic Qualifiers were held.
India has also hosted a total of six International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) top competitions, including two World Cup finals, the latest being held in New Delhi last month.
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