Abhinav Bindra Named Torchbearer for Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Sports | Dated: 24 Oct 2025

India’s first individual Olympic gold medalist, **Abhinav Bindra** (shooting), has been named a **Torchbearer** for the **Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics**. This prestigious recognition highlights his status as a global sports icon and his contribution to the Olympic movement.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Abhinav Bindra is India’s first individual Olympic gold medalist, honored as a Torchbearer.
  • He will be the torchbearer for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
  • This recognition highlights his status as a global sports icon and his contribution to the Olympic movement.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • 1. The Torchbearer role is symbolic, promoting peace and friendship.
  • 2. This recognition highlights India's involvement in the Winter Olympics.
  • 3. Bindra is widely respected for his discipline and mental strength.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Abhinav Bindra will serve as the torchbearer for which upcoming Winter Olympics?

Correct Answer: Milano Cortina 2026

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Abhinav Bindra

  • Sport: Shooting (10m Air Rifle), Olympic Gold: Beijing 2008, First: India's first individual Olympic gold medalist.
  • Milano Cortina 2026: Host cities in Italy, Event: XXV Olympic Winter Games.