Arjun Babuta is an Indian sport shooter who competes in the rifle events governed by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). He is best known for his performances in the men's 10 metre air rifle event at the senior international level.
Key facts
| Name | Arjun Babuta |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Shooting |
| Event | 10 m air rifle |
| National federation | National Rifle Association of India |
| International federation | International Shooting Sport Federation |
Career
Babuta is part of the Indian senior rifle squad that has been built around a generation of shooters competing in the 10 m air rifle and 50 m three positions disciplines. He has represented India at ISSF World Cup stages, contributing to India's strong recent record in rifle shooting alongside team-mates from across the country.
His participation in domestic competitions organised by the NRAI, including national championships and selection trials, has been the basis for his selection to Indian teams travelling to ISSF World Cup events and other senior international meets.
Significance
The 10 m air rifle event in which Babuta competes is one of the core Olympic shooting disciplines. India has invested significantly in this event through training programmes coordinated by the NRAI and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), and Babuta is among the shooters who have been part of this competitive pool at the senior level.
Related topics
- National Rifle Association of India
- International Shooting Sport Federation
- Shooting at the Summer Olympics
- 10 metre air rifle
- Sport in India