India Tops Asian Rifle-Pistol Championship 2026 with 94 Medals

Dominant Shooting Performance Seals India’s Continental Supremacy

India concluded the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 at the top of the medal table, amassing an impressive 94 medals , including 51 gold, 23 silver, and 20 bronze . The tournament, hosted at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi , saw the Indian contingent deliver a commanding performance, particularly on the final day.

India secured six gold, three silver, and four bronze medals on the concluding day, reinforcing its dominance in continental shooting competitions.

Podium Sweep in 25m Pistol

Indian shooters achieved a clean sweep in the 25m Centre Fire Pistol event. Amanpreet Singh captured gold, followed by Gurpreet Singh with silver, while Ankur Goel secured bronze. The trio also clinched team gold , showcasing India’s depth in pistol events.

In the 25m Pistol Junior category, Suraj Sharma won gold, with Mukesh Nelavalli taking silver and Abhinav Deshwal earning bronze. India again secured team gold , underlining its strength in junior divisions.

Success in 50m Rifle Prone

In the 50m Rifle Prone Women’s event, Sift Kaur Samra claimed silver, while veteran shooter Tejaswani Sawant secured bronze, marking a notable return to the podium. Kazakhstan’s Yelizaveta Bezrukova won gold. India’s shooters combined to win team gold .

The junior rifle prone competition also yielded medals, with Indian shooters securing podium finishes and another team gold .

Team Events Consolidate Lead

India added multiple gold medals in team events , which played a decisive role in maintaining a commanding lead in the overall standings. The results highlight the country’s balanced performance across senior and junior categories.

Exam-Focused Points

• Venue → Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi

• India’s tally → 94 medals (51 gold)

• Key events → 25m Centre Fire Pistol, 50m Rifle Prone

• Governing body → ISSF shooting disciplines

• Team events → Crucial for medal standings