FILE PHOTO: Indian shooters have dominated the tournament, consistently finishing at the top of the overall medal tally across all recent editions, and they will look to continue in same vein in the coming days. | Photo Credit: Getty Images

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on Monday announced a massive 84-member Indian contingent for the prestigious ISSF Junior World Championship in Suhl, Germany.

The tournament, competition for which will be held from June 18 to June 26, will feature India’s leading junior shooters competing across rifle, pistol and shotgun events.

Indian shooters have dominated the tournament, consistently finishing at the top of the overall medal tally across all recent editions, and they will look to continue in same vein in the coming days.

Last year, India secured a first-place finish, claiming 11 medals (three gold, six silver, and two bronze), with Shambhavi Shravan Kshirsagar, Kanak and Tejaswini being the standout performers.

India also topped the medal chart in 2023, showcasing immense strength across individual and team events.

Published on Jun 15, 2026