New electronic target system makes a debut at 19th Police Shooting Championship in Indore

Indore: For the first time, the 19th All India Police Shooting Championship is being conducted on the newly installed electronic scoring target system at Reoti Ranges of the Border Security Force in Indore, where the national-level event started on Tuesday.The upgrade is expected to enhance accuracy and align the event with modern shooting standards. More than 600 shooters from Central Armed Police Forces and state police units across the country are taking part in the week-long championship, organised by the Central School of Weapons and Tactics of the BSF, Indore.The championship was declared open by Madhya Pradesh director general of police Kailash Makwana, who addressed participants and wished them success for the week ahead. Senior officers of the BSF and officials from the local administration were present at the ceremony. Teams from Central Armed Police Forces and States and Union Territories police units marched in formation, with the BSF brass band setting the cadence for the parade."This championship holds special importance for shooters from police forces across the country. All states have sent their finest marksmen for this championship and the facilities developed at the Reoti Ranges further strengthened the competitive environment. Over the years, this platform brought forward several outstanding talents," said DGP Makwana.The championship will run until March 1 and will see shooters compete across 17 events, with 204 medals at stake, including 68 gold, 68 silver, and 68 bronze. The events are being conducted under the supervision of the All India Police Sports Control Board of the ministry of home affairs in coordination with the National Rifle Association of India.Beyond the medal tally, the event often serves as a testing ground for emerging talent within police and paramilitary forces. Several accomplished shooters rose through this circuit to represent the country at major national and international competitions and this edition is expected to be no different.The opening day also carried a festive note. Students from a local school presented cultural performances, while BSF personnel performed Bhangra, drawing applause from the gathering. Later, guests walked through an exhibition displaying vintage and modern weapons, offering a glimpse into the training and operational evolution of the force.