Jivan L. Rai Appointed as the New Indian Para Shooting Coach

On October 14, 2026, the Sports Ministry decided to replace Para Shooting Coach Jai Prakash Nautiyal with Jivan L. Rai in the Indian contingent for the upcoming Asian Para Games.

New Para Shooting Coach: Jivan L. Rai, who has served as a national coach for a long time, has been appointed to the Indian contingent. He will travel to Japan as the coach for the Asian Para Games.
Indian Contingent: The Union Sports Ministry approved a squad of 166 athletes for the 2026 Asian Para Games.
Event: The 5th Asian Para Games will be held from October 18 to 24, 2026, in Aichi–Nagoya, Japan.