Indian Shooting Legend and Coach Jaspal Rana Dies at 49 After Medical Emergency
Jaspal Rana, a celebrated Indian shooter and coach, passed away at 49 after a cardiac-related medical emergency following the ISSF World Cup in Munich. A former Asian Games gold medallist and India's most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete with 15 medals, Rana was honored with the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Dronacharya Award. He served as the high-performance coach for Indian pistol shooters, mentoring stars like Manu Bhaker. His death has been widely mourned across the sporting community and by political leaders.