DIMAPUR, NOV 13 (NPN): A total of eight shooters from Nagaland will represent the state at the upcoming 69th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) 2026 in Rifle and Shotgun events.
The Rifle events are scheduled to be held in Pune from November 27 to December 22, 2026, while the Shotgun events will take place in New Delhi from November 12 to December 16, 2026.
In the 10m Air Rifle event, Nagaland will be represented by Kikhrukhrienuo Belho, Uneinuo Stephenie Solo, Yimyakumla, Rongsenngangshi and Mejungsangba.
For the 50m Rifle Prone event, the selected shooters are Yimyakumla and Lanu Akumtoshi Jamir.
In the Shotgun Clay Pigeon Trap category, Kimatsung Jamir and Merang Jamir will compete for Nagaland.
A significant milestone for the state is the participation of two shooters in the Clay Pigeon Trap event at the National Shooting Championship Competitions for the first time. The achievement marks an important step forward in the growth and promotion of shotgun shooting in Nagaland and reflects the expanding scope of the sport within the state.
The Nagaland Rifle Association has extended its best wishes to all the participating shooters and expressed hope that they will perform well at the national championship and bring laurels to the state.
