New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- Former world number one and Olympian Ronjan Sodhi, a name synonymous with India's shooting golden era, has welcomed the launch of the Shooting League of India (SLI), calling it a landmark moment for the sport, according to a release from SLI.

As one of India's most decorated trap shooters--with accolades including a World Cup gold with a world record, two silver medals at the Commonwealth Games, and an Asian Games gold--Sodhi believes the league format will fuel the sport's popularity and inspire future generations.

"The league format is something we have been discussing for a long time. With the kind of depth we now have in Indian shooting, this is the right step forward," Sodhi said. "It's going to be exciting for...