World · India Bureau
Kumkum, Sujeet inaugural recipients of prestigious shooting awards
Two shooters have been named the first recipients of awards named after Olympic champion Jaspal Rana and sports administrator Raja Randhir Singh, honouring excellence in Indian sport.
LSN India ·
Kumkum and Sujeet have been selected as the inaugural winners of the Jaspal Rana and Raja Randhir Singh awards, marking the first presentation of these newly established honours in Indian shooting.
The awards recognise outstanding contributions and achievements within the sport, drawing their names from two significant figures in India's athletic history. Jaspal Rana is celebrated as an Olympic champion whose achievements elevated Indian shooting on the global stage, while Raja Randhir Singh was instrumental in administrative roles within the sporting community.
The selection of Kumkum and Sujeet as first recipients underscores their distinguished performances and commitment to the sport. The awards represent an institutional effort to celebrate excellence and inspire upcoming talent within India's competitive shooting fraternity.
These newly instituted honours are expected to become a regular feature in recognising merit and dedication among shooting athletes, strengthening the legacy of both the award namesakes while setting a benchmark for future recipients.