Gagan Narang
Olympic Bronze Medalist | Padma Shri | Khel Ratna | Chef-de-Mission #Paris2024
Gagan Narang
Olympic Bronze Medalist | Padma Shri | Khel Ratna | Chef-de-Mission #Paris2024
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Gagan NARANG
In 2012, Gagan Narang made history at the London 2012 Olympics by winning bronze in the men’s 10m air rifle.
Gagan Narang’s journey began with a toy gun at Marina Beach and led to Olympic glory in London 2012, where he clinched India’s first medal of the Games — a bronze in the 10m Air Rifle.
A four-time Olympian and multiple-time World Cup, Commonwealth, and Asian Games medallist, Gagan has not only represented India with pride but has also shaped the future of Indian shooting through his Gun for Glory Academy.
Now serving as Vice President of the Indian Olympic Association and Chef-de-Mission for Paris 2024, his mission to empower the next generation continues.
Memories
Memories
2005
The President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam presenting the Arjuna Award -2005 to Shri Gagan Narang for Shooting
2008
2010
2011
Founded Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation & Gun For Glory Shooting Academy
2011
Awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour.
2012
Won Bronze Medal at the London Olympics in the 10m Air Rifle event, bringing pride to the nation.
2022
Appointed Vice President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
2024
Served as India’s Chef-de-Mission at the Paris Olympics.
Impact on Indian Shooting
9
Olympians
363
International Medals
1500+
Athletes Training Annually At GFG
50,000+
Athletes Covered Under Talent Search
3000+
National Level Shooters
5000+
State Level Shooters
PROJECTS
Creating Champions, Building a Sporting Nation
gagan narang sports promotion foundation
Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation, founded in 2011 by 2012 London Olympic Medalist Shri. Gagan Narang and ISSF Judges Committee Member Shri. Pawan Singh, to give back to the system
gun for glory shooting academy
Gun for Glory is a top-notch shooting academy founded by Olympic Medalists Gagan Narang and Shri Pawan Singh with the aim of fostering the sport of shooting by nurturing young talent at the appropriate time to produce future stars in the shooting world
PROJECT LEAP
PROJECT LEAP – A Flagship Programme initiated by Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation. A multi-phased sponsored project designed for selected shooting athletes in collaboration with Olympic Gold Quest. The programme’s aim is to improve performance in Technical, Physical & Mental aspects of the sport which will ultimately help shooters to take a leap at the National and International level
HOUE OF GLORY
House of Glory is a podcast series launched by Olympic medallist Gagan Narang that celebrates sporting legends, coaches, and the unsung heroes of Indian sports. It brings forward inspiring stories from athletes, trainers, and support staff who contribute to India’s sporting success behind the scenes.
ASSOCIATION
Vice President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
Member of TOPS & Mission Olympic Cell
Advisory Committee Member – Vijayi Bharat
Member of Khelo India Talent Identification & Development Committee (Shooting)
Indian Sports Photography Awards
Gagan Narang, the Olympic medalist shooter and founder of the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation (GNSPF), is actively involved in supporting the Indian Sports Photography Awards. The GNSPF partners with this initiative to celebrate and recognize excellence in sports photography within India. This partnership aims to provide a platform for Indian sports photographers to showcase their talent and gain recognition for their work.
