Date of Birth: May 6, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Date of Death: (Leave blank as Gagan Narang is alive)
Biography
Gagan Narang is an acclaimed Indian shooter who has made significant contributions to the sport of shooting on both national and international stages. Born on May 6, 1983, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Narang grew up in Hyderabad. He began shooting at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks, earning his first major international medal at the 2003 Afro-Asian Games. Narang is best known for his prowess in the 10-meter air rifle event, a discipline in which he has won numerous medals, including a bronze at the 2012 London Olympics. Besides his Olympic success, he has been a consistent performer in the Commonwealth Games, World Championships, and Asian Games. Narang is also a recipient of the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award and the Padma Shri. Beyond his achievements in shooting, he founded the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation to nurture budding talent in the sport.
5 Interesting Facts about Gagan Narang
1. Gagan Narang became the first Indian shooter to qualify for the 2012 London Olympics.
2. He has won a total of 8 Commonwealth Games medals, including 4 gold medals.
3. Narang holds the world record in the 10-meter air rifle event, having scored 703.5 points in the ISSF World Cup in 2008.
4. He is the founder of the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation, which aims to support young athletes in India.
5. Gagan Narang was awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, in 2011.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gagan Narang
1. “Shooting is a sport that requires immense focus and patience.”
2. “Winning an Olympic medal was a dream come true, but the journey is far from over.”
3. “Every shot I take is a step towards perfecting my craft.”
4. “Supporting young talent is crucial for the future of Indian sports.”
5. “Mental strength is as important as physical skill in shooting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Gagan Narang is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
As of the latest available information, Gagan Narang does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Gagan Narang – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gagan_Narang
2. [Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation](http://www.gnsportsfoundation.com/
4. [Olympic Profile](https://olympics.com/en/athletes/gagan-narang
