New Delhi, June 12 -- Senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday expressed profound grief over the demise of legendary shooter and celebrated coach Jaspal Rana, describing him as one of India's greatest sporting icons whose contributions transformed the country's shooting landscape and inspired generations of athletes.

In a post on social media platform X, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said he was "deeply saddened" by the passing of Rana, whom he described as one of India's finest shooting champions and an inspirational mentor.

"Deeply saddened by the passing of Jaspal Rana ji, one of India's finest shooting champions and a mentor who inspired generations of athletes," Gandhi said.

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