Indian shooting and sport have suffered a huge loss with the passing of former shooter Jaspal Rana, who breathed his last on Thursday night, just days before his 50th birthday.
Rana, a renowned coach who had been mentoring many young shooters, including Olympic gold medalist Manu Bhaker, had been unwell for some time and underwent a medical procedure last week.
Born on June 28, 1976, in Uttarakhand, Rana was a shooting prodigy who won 15 gold medals in high-quality events, including 4 Asian Games gold, 9 Commonwealth Games gold, one Asian Championships gold, and one World Junior Championships gold from 1994 to 2006.
Rana's achievements in shooting are a testament to his hard work and dedication, and he will be remembered as a giant figure in Indian sports who played a significant role in the country's progression on the international sporting stage.
His contribution to Indian shooting and sport at large is immeasurable, and his sudden death is a big loss for the country.
