International Shooting Sport Federation President Luciano Rossi Thrilled with Pakistan's Shooting Progress

In a significant milestone for Pakistan's shooting sport, the President of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF), H.E. Luciano Rossi, was invited by the National Rifle Association of Pakistan (NRAP) to meet sports officials and visit Lahore Garrison Shooting Gallery. During the visit, Mr. Rossi met with esteemed officials including H.E. Syed Shahid Ali (Member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)) and H.E. Javaid Lodhi (VP of ASC and Executive VP of NRAP).

Mr. Rossi's visit provided an opportunity to witness the remarkable advancements in Pakistan's shooting levels and shooting infrastructure. Expressing his satisfaction, Rossi praised the efforts of the NRAP and the shooting community for their dedication towards enhancing the sport within the country and the great efforts of NRAP leadership to improve the shooting sport in Pakistan.

During his visit ISSF President expressed his appreciation to NRAP leadership and qualifying athletes for Paris Olympic Games 2024, namely Mr. Gulfam Joseph (10m Air Pistol Men), Mr. Ghulam Mustafa Bashir (25m Rapid Fire Pistol Men) and Ms. Kishmala Talat (10m Air Pistol Women), wishing them success and best of luck in the Olympic Games 2024.

In a moment of recognition, ISSF President Luciano Rossi presented a Merit Award to H.E. Syed Shahid Ali acknowledging his significant contributions to the advancement of sports in Pakistan and his pivotal role in promoting Olympic movement within the nation.

The visit of ISSF President Luciano Rossi to Pakistan not only shows the world's recognition of Pakistan's shooting skills but also encourages further development for aspiring athletes. With the Paris 2024 Olympics nearing, Pakistani shooters are ready to showcase their talents on the global stage, carrying the hopes of a nation proud of its sporting achievements.