Gagan Narang Named Chef-de-Mission for Paris 2024 Olympics

In a recent change in the Indian sports government, Gagan Narang, a famous shooter who won an Olympic bronze medal, took over from MC Mary Kom as the Chef-de-Mission for the Indian team at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. The reason for this change is that Mary Kom quit for personal reasons.

Role and Significance of Chef-de-Mission

The Chef-de-Mission is very important at the Olympics because they are the official spokesman and representative for their country’s team. This job involves keeping an eye on how the team prepares and participates and making sure that athletes, coaches, and the organizing groups can talk to each other easily. During the Games, the Chef-de-Mission also officially speaks for the team in several ways, such as by attending seminars and taking care of operational and logistical problems.

About Gagan Narang

Gagan Narang, who is 41 years old, has been shooting sports for a long time. He stands out for winning a bronze medal in the men’s 10m Air Rifle event at the 2012 Olympics. From his previous job as Deputy, the Indian Olympic Association thought it was a reasonable step for him to become Chef-de-Mission.

Reasons & Expectations Behind the Appointment

Dr. PT Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association, shed light on the choice of Gagan Narang as successor to Mary Kom after she quit. Dr. Usha talked about how an Olympic medalist was chosen to lead the team and how Narang’s skills and experience were a great fit for the Indian Olympic team’s needs and goals. This smart choice is meant to motivate and guide the Indian team well at the Paris Games. Gagan Narang’s new job as Chef-de-Mission is very important for both handling the practical parts of India’s participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics and boosting the morale and performance of the athletes who will be representing India on this important international stage.

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs