Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 25: Mangalore Rifle Club, Coastal Karnataka’s only 10M Air Rifle & Pistol Shooting Academy, has announced the launch of its newly upgraded 7-lane fully electronic shooting range. The state-of-the-art range will be inaugurated by the hon’ble speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, UT Khader, on December 1 at 10 am.

Established in 2017, Mangalore Rifle Club has been consistently preparing local talent for Olympic shooting sports. The center is committed to nurturing young shooters and providing safe, structured, and professional training for aspiring athletes across the region.

MRC will now launch a 7-lane fully electronic shooting range, marking a major milestone for shooting sports in Coastal Karnataka. At present, the club operates 10 shooting lanes, including 3 electronic lanes.

This development will also enable MRC to host district and state-level shooting championships, further strengthening Mangalore’s presence in Karnataka’s competitive shooting ecosystem and reducing the need for athletes to travel outside the district for advanced practice.

MRC has successfully trained three athletes who have reached the Indian National Team Selection Trials, reflecting the effectiveness of its coaching and infrastructure.

Achievements:

The club’s major achievements include:

State level open sight individual championship – 3 gold medals (2018)
Team bronze medal – 2 times (2018 & 2019)
2 bronze medals – Masters category (women) 2023–2024
Gold – South Zone Shooting Competition 2023 (women)
Silver – All India GV Mavlankar Shooting Championship, Goa 2024 (men)
Silver – South Zone Masters Category 2025
Bronze – South Zone CBSE Shooting Championship 2021

These achievements further highlight the club’s contribution towards developing shooting sports in Coastal Karnataka.

Inauguration details:

Date: December 1 Time: 10 am Venue: Mangalore Rifle Club, Jugul Towers, 4th Floor

For more information, contact:
Mukesh Kumar
Head coach, Mangalore Rifle Club
96110 27652