National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo has been appointed as the interim chairperson of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Committee on e-sports, e-games and technological innovations.

The newly-formed committee is a strategic initiative by the ISSF to explore and integrate emerging digital and technological trends like virtual and augmented reality formats, e-shooting competitions and innovations in judging and training technologies.

The NRAI said in a statement on Thursday that Deo’s appointment to this important post is a recognition of his visionary leadership, deep commitment to the development of shooting sports and his proactive approach to embracing technology-driven progress.

“I am deeply honoured to be entrusted by the ISSF with this exciting responsibility. The future of sport lies at the intersection of technology and accessibility. As we work towards creating frameworks that bring virtual and e-shooting into the mainstream, I look forward to collaborating with global experts to shape an inclusive and innovation-driven future,” Deo stated in a press release.

The committee’s mandate includes “exploring the regulatory and competitive framework for E-shooting and E-gaming formats”. In his new role, Deo will be entrusted with the task of evaluating global best practices in technological innovation in shooting sport and recommending pilot projects and digital platforms for broader fan engagement.