Will India Achieve Continental Dominance at the Asian Championships?
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Synopsis
India's elite shooters are uniting at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range for a crucial preparatory camp ahead of the 16th Asian Shooting Championships in Kazakhstan. With a record number of participants, the stakes are high as they aim for success before the Asian Games. Will they rise to the challenge and secure their place among the best?
Key Takeaways
- India's largest contingent ever for ASC with 182 shooters.
- Competitors will participate in both Olympic and Non-Olympic events.
- The championships serve as a crucial preparation for the Asian Games in Japan.
- Intense competition expected from other Asian nations.
- Government support for some athletes' travel costs.
New Delhi, Aug 4 (NationPress) The finest shooters from India have gathered at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range as the training camp for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships (ASC) commenced on Monday.
The upcoming championships are set to take place from August 16 to 30 in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, where India is poised to send its largest team of 182 shooters competing in events across pistol, rifle, and shotgun, covering both Olympic and Non-Olympic categories. This event will showcase a fierce contest for continental supremacy among leading Asian shooting nations ahead of the much-anticipated Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
The preparatory camp follows a national training session held last month in Dehradun for rifle and pistol athletes and in Bhopal for shotgun competitors, as announced by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) in a statement.
Of the 182 athletes, 35 seniors and 36 juniors will have their travel expenses covered by the government, while the remainder will be responsible for their own travel, adhering to entry guidelines. So far, a total of 734 athletes from 28 nations have registered for this edition of the ASC. The host nation, Kazakhstan, is expected to field over 100 athletes, with South Korea and China sending 70 and 47 athletes, respectively.
The first group of Indian participants, including pistol and skeet shooters, will depart for Kazakhstan on August 14, while the rifle competitors will leave on August 17. The rest of the team will be on their way by August 20, and those competing in non-Olympic events are scheduled to travel on August 24.
At the previous edition of the Asian Shooting Championships in 2023, held in Changwon, South Korea, India secured the third position in the medal standings, behind China and South Korea, amassing a total of 19 medals, which included six gold, eight silver, and five bronze medals.
Point of View
We stand firmly with our athletes, celebrating their dedication and hard work. The upcoming Asian Shooting Championships represent not only a platform for individual excellence but also an opportunity for India to assert its presence on a continental scale. We are proud to support our shooters and anticipate their success.
NationPress
20/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the 16th Asian Shooting Championships taking place?
The championships are scheduled from August 16 to 30, 2023.
How many athletes is India sending to the championships?
India is sending a total of 182 shooters to compete in various events.
Where will the championships be held?
The championships will take place in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
What events will Indian shooters compete in?
Indian shooters will compete in pistol, rifle, and shotgun events, including both Olympic and Non-Olympic categories.
How did India perform in the last Asian Shooting Championships?
In the 15th Asian Shooting Championships, India secured third place in medals, with a total of 19 medals.
