In a major boost for Indian shooting, the Asian Shooting Confederation has awarded the 2027 Asian Rifle and Pistol Championship to India. Scheduled for December 1-10 at New Delhi’s Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, the event will allocate eight Paris… wait, Los Angeles 2028 Olympic quotas.
Organized by the National Rifle Association of India, this championship arrives at a pivotal time. Asian shooters will battle fiercely for those precious Olympic spots, elevating the stakes for every match.
Reflecting on recent triumphs, India dominated Paris 2024 qualifications with 16 quotas—balanced across rifle and pistol. Field 21 shooters compared to Tokyo’s 15, they returned with three bronzes, fueling national pride and momentum.
Current vibes are electric as Delhi hosts the ongoing Asian Shooting Championship (February 2-14). India’s massive 118-athlete contingent leads the pack among 311 total participants from 20 countries. Kazakhstan’s 35 and Iran’s 28 form the next largest teams, with Korea, Japan, and others mounting strong challenges.
Over 564 events, the range will buzz with intensity. Chinese Taipei, Vietnam, and Hong Kong add depth to the field. For India, this is prime preparation turf, where home advantage could spark a medal rush and sharpen Olympic readiness.
As 2027 approaches, these back-to-back hostings signal India’s strategic ascent in international shooting circles.
