Published: 17 February 2026ISSF / DD News / Olympics.comSports
India Tops Medal Tally at 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 With 94 Medals Including World Record by Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar
India topped the medal standings at the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026, held in New Delhi from February 2–14, 2026, with a total of 94 medals — 51 gold, 23 silver, and 20 bronze. The championship was organised by the Asian Shooting Confederation and featured 311 shooters from 20 countries competing across senior and junior categories in rifle and pistol events.
Two-time Olympian Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar delivered the standout performance of the championship by setting a new world record of 362.0 points in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event. Amanpreet Singh won gold in the 25m Centre Fire Pistol, and Sift Kaur Samra claimed silver in Women's 50m Rifle Prone. India's overall haul of 51 gold medals demonstrated the depth and breadth of the country's shooting infrastructure developed under the TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) and SAI (Sports Authority of India) programmes.
For Rajasthan, the state has produced several national-level shooters backed by Rajasthan State Sports Council facilities in Jaipur and Udaipur. India's dominance in Asian shooting is a reflection of improved training ecosystems, increased investment in coaching, and policy support under the Khelo India mission.
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India topped the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship at New Delhi (February 2-14, 2026) with 94 medals — 51 gold, 23 silver, 20 bronze — ahead of 311 shooters from 20 nations. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar set a 362.0 world record in Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions, reflecting TOPS, SAI and Khelo India investments.
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In which sport did India dominate the Asian Championship in February 2026?
Explanation · Correct answer BIndia dominated the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 in shooting, topping the medal tally.
Frequently asked questions
Where and when was the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 held?
The 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 was held in New Delhi from February 2–14, 2026, organised by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and sanctioned by the ISSF.
How many medals did India win at the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026?
India topped the overall medal tally with 94 medals — 51 gold, 23 silver, and 20 bronze — competing against 311 shooters from 20 nations.
What world record did Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar set at the 2026 Asian Championship?
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar set a world record score of 362.0 points in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions (3P) event at the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026.
Which organisation hosted the 17th Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship and who sanctioned it?
The championship was hosted by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and sanctioned by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF).
Why is Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar significant for Indian shooting?
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar is considered a key Olympic medal prospect for India; his world record of 362.0 in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event reflects India's growing dominance in shooting since the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
