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India fields 71 shooters in Cairo as Shiva Narwal and Sabeera Haris lead ISSF Junior World Cup squad
India sent its largest 71-member squad to the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 in Cairo from 19 to 27 April 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 19 April 2026, the ISSF Junior World Cup began in Cairo, Egypt, where India fielded a 71-member contingent led by Shiva Narwal and Sabeera Haris.
Key specifics
- Venue: Cairo, Egypt.
- Indian contingent size: 71 athletes.
- Competition dates: 19 April to 27 April 2026.
- Event count: 18 medal events, including 15 Olympic disciplines.
- ISSF was established in 1907 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany.
Exam lens
Sports MCQ, shooting federation, venue, dates, squad size and Olympic disciplines; TNPSC may ask the host city and the number of Indian athletes.