Sonia Rai

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Sonia Rai
Personal information
NationalityIndian
Born (1980-11-13) 13 November 1980 (age 44)
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India
Sport
SportShooting
Event
10 m air pistol

Sonia Rai (born 13 November 1980) is an Indian sport shooter and coach, best known for her contributions in the 10 metre air pistol event. A multiple-time national champion and international medallist, she is presently associated with the Sports Authority of India as a national-level shooting coach. [1] [2]

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Early life

Sonia Rai was born in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India. Her interest in shooting emerged at an early age, and she began formal training in 1988. By 1990, she had entered competitive shooting, demonstrating a natural aptitude for precision and mental discipline—qualities that later defined her career. [3]

Shooting career

Rai represented India in several international competitions under the aegis of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). Her most notable achievements include:

Coaching career

After an illustrious competitive career, Rai transitioned into coaching to guide and mentor the next generation of Indian shooters. She joined the Sports Authority of India as a shooting coach, where she continues to contribute to the development of elite and junior pistol shooters. [2] [1]

References

  1. 1 2 "Smoking Gun: Young Coaches Add Firepower to Team India". The Times of India. 2 October 2025. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
  2. 1 2 "Sonia Rai - Shooting Coach". LinkedIn. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 "Sonia Rai - ISSF Athlete Profile". International Shooting Sport Federation. Retrieved 30 October 2025.

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