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Sports
70th State Rifle Shooting Championship begins in Vasda, Abu Road, Rajasthan
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM
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The Rajasthan Education Department inaugurated the 70th state‑level rifle shooting tournament in Vasda village, Abu Road, with 560 young shooters taking part.
The Rajasthan Education Department officially opened the 70th edition of the state‑level rifle shooting championship on Saturday in Vasda, a village in the Abu Road sub‑division of Sirohi district. The event is being hosted under the department's initiative to promote shooting sports among school‑age children.
Around 560 child shooters have registered for the competition, representing various schools across the state. Participants are competing in standard rifle categories, adhering to the rules set by the National Rifle Association of India.
Marking its seventh decade, the tournament aims to identify emerging talent and provide a platform for young marksmen to gain competitive experience. Organisers expect the event to boost interest in shooting as a disciplined sport and contribute to Rajasthan's broader sports development agenda.
The championship will run for several days, culminating in the selection of top performers who may qualify for national‑level contests.
Officials have emphasized safety protocols and proper supervision throughout the competition, ensuring a secure environment for the young athletes.
Around 560 child shooters have registered for the competition, representing various schools across the state. Participants are competing in standard rifle categories, adhering to the rules set by the National Rifle Association of India.
Marking its seventh decade, the tournament aims to identify emerging talent and provide a platform for young marksmen to gain competitive experience. Organisers expect the event to boost interest in shooting as a disciplined sport and contribute to Rajasthan's broader sports development agenda.
The championship will run for several days, culminating in the selection of top performers who may qualify for national‑level contests.
Officials have emphasized safety protocols and proper supervision throughout the competition, ensuring a secure environment for the young athletes.