Abhinav Bindra
Awards & Honours
12
Awards Won
6
Honours
3
Records
Abhinav Bindra's record is historic. He is the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold, a feat that remains unmatched in Indian shooting. He is also the only Indian to hold both the World and Olympic titles simultaneously in his discipline. His five Olympic appearances put him in an elite group of athletes who sustained excellence over two decades. His 150+ international medals, including seven Commonwealth Games golds, place him among India's greatest sporting achievers. The ISSF Blue Cross, awarded in 2018, is the sport's highest honor, recognizing his lasting impact on shooting.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Padma Bhushan
India's third-highest civilian honour, awarded for his Olympic achievement.
Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
India's highest sporting honour.
Arjuna Award
India's second-highest sporting honour.
ISSF Blue Cross
The sport's highest honour, recognizing his career and contributions.
Olympic Torchbearer
Carried the Olympic torch at the Paris Games.
IOC Athletes' Commission Member
Served as a member after retirement, representing athletes.
Records & Feats
First Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal
Won the men's 10m air rifle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, a historic first for India.
Only Indian to hold both World and Olympic titles simultaneously in shooting
Won the World Championship in 2006 and Olympic gold in 2008, holding both titles at once.
Five-time Olympian
Competed in five consecutive Olympic Games from 2000 to 2016.