India has produced several iconic shooters who have elevated the sport of Trap and Skeet Shooting to global recognition. Their dedication, discipline, and consistent performance on international platforms have inspired a new generation of athletes to take up the shotgun. oting, comfortable stay, and a complete sporting experience.
Dr. Karni Singh, India’s first Olympic shooter, competed in five Olympics (1960–1980). He won India’s first World Championship medal in 1962 and received the Arjuna Award and Padma Shri. Delhi’s premier shooting range is named after him.
Among the most celebrated names is Manavjit Singh Sandhu, a former world No. 1 Trap shooter and recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna. His gold at the ISSF World Cup and four Asian Games medals reflect India’s dominance in the discipline.
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, a former Army officer, made history by winning India’s first-ever Olympic silver medal in shooting at the 2004 Athens Games in Double Trap. This iconic moment brought global attention to Indian shooting sports.
An accomplished Trap shooter, Shreyasi Singh clinched gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. She’s among India’s top women shooters, inspiring young girls to pursue competitive shotgun shooting with confidence.
A pioneer of Indian shooting sports, G. V. Mavalankar played a key role in institutionalising the game post-independence. He was instrumental in founding the NRAI, laying the groundwork for India’s future in competitive shooting.
Mairaj Ahmad Khan, a two-time Olympian and India’s top Skeet shooter, has represented the nation in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, consistently ranking among the world’s best.
At Trishul Sports Association, we are dedicated to promoting Clay Target Shotgun Shooting as a professional sport in India. With world-class infrastructure, certified coaching, Mattarelli machines, and Olympic-standard layouts, we ensure every shooter trains in an environment built for excellence, safety, and success.
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Whether you aim to compete at the national level, represent India internationally, or simply experience the thrill of the sport, TSA is your perfect training ground.
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