Randhir Singh, India's First Asian Games Shooting Gold-Medallist, Passes Away at 79
India's Asia Games First Shooting Gold-Medallist Randhir Singh Dies
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Randhir Singh, India's first shooting gold-medallist at the Asian Games, has died at the age of 79 after health complications. He was a prominent sports administrator and made significant contributions to shooting sports and the Olympic movement.
- 01Randhir Singh died on May 27, 2026, after battling age-related ailments.
- 02He was the first Indian to win a shooting gold medal at the Asian Games in 1978.
- 03Singh had recently resigned as President of the Olympic Council of Asia due to health issues.
- 04He represented India in five Olympic Games and was awarded the Arjuna Award.
- 05Singh served as Secretary General of the Indian Olympic Association and was a member of the International Olympic Committee.
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Randhir Singh, a veteran sports administrator and India's first shooting gold-medallist at the Asian Games, passed away on May 27, 2026, at the age of 79. He had been suffering from age-related health issues and had recently been hospitalized before his death at his home in Delhi. Singh was a significant figure in Indian sports, having achieved a historic trap gold medal in the 1978 Asian Games held in Bangkok. His contributions extended beyond his athletic achievements; he served as the Secretary General of the Indian Olympic Association and was a member of the International Olympic Committee. Recently, he stepped down from his role as President of the Olympic Council of Asia due to health concerns. Rajiv Bhatia, Secretary of the National Rifle Association of India, expressed deep sorrow over Singh's passing, highlighting his invaluable contributions to shooting sports and the Olympic movement. The shooting community mourns this loss and extends condolences to his family and loved ones.
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Randhir Singh's death marks a significant loss for the Indian sports community, particularly in shooting sports.
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