Jaspal Rana, the Asian Games gold medallist who later played a pivotal role in shaping India's shooting future as a coach, died in New Delhi on Thursday night at the age of 49.  Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, President of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), confirmed the news, stating that the former shooting star passed away at a hospital following sudden health complications. 

The health crisis reportedly began during the Indian shooting team’s return journey from the ISSF World Cup held in Munich, Germany. After falling ill mid-flight and arriving in New Delhi, Rana was immediately admitted to a medical facility where he underwent a procedure to have a stent inserted.