Rana’s passing is a profound loss to Indian sports: President, PM, Bindra lead tributes

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Jaspal Rana, the Asian Games gold medallist shooter who later guided Manu Bhaker to her historic double bronze-medal feat at the Paris Olympics as a coach, died at the age of 49 at a Delhi hospital on June 11, 2026. Then President K.R. Narayanan confers the Padma Shri award upon shooter Jaspal Rana in this March 27, 2002. | Photo Credit: PTI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined the sporting world in mourning the untimely demise of renowned Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana, describing his passing as "a profound loss to the nation." Rana, 49, who brought laurels to the country through his achievements as an elite shooter and later played a key role in nurturing young talent as a coach, died due to complications related to heart.

"Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Jaspal Rana Ji. His passing is a profound loss to the world of Indian sports," PM Modi wrote on X.

"He brought immense glory to the nation through his extraordinary achievements in shooting. Equally remarkable was his contribution as a mentor, shaping and guiding young athletes with great dedication.

"His unwavering commitment to excellence, discipline and service to the sporting world earned him immense admiration. My thoughts are with his family, friends and the entire sporting fraternity in this hour of grief. Om Shanti," the Prime Minister added.

President Droupadi Murmu condoled the demise of Asian Games gold medallist shooter Jaspal Rana, and said his dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence will continue to inspire generations of sportspersons.

“The news of the passing of Shri Jaspal Rana Ji is extremely sad. He was a renowned shooter whose exceptional performances brought glory to the nation,” Murmu said in a post on X.

A winner of several medals at global shooting competitions, he established himself as an icon of Indian sports, she said.

“As an athlete and mentor, he made a lasting contribution by nurturing young talent. His dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence will conti