August 8, 2012 4:35 PM

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Thundering welcome for Narang, Vijay at home

Ace shooter and London Olympics bronze medalist Gagan Narang was given a rousing welcome at Pune today after his arrival from London. He was taken in a procession in a flower-decked jeep along with beating of drums from Pune Airport. Gagan has won bronze medal in the 10-meter air rifle event. On the other hand, silver medallist Shooter Vijay Kumar was also accorded a rousing welcome by the Indian Army on his arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. From the IGI Airport, Kumar was driven to the Army headquarters. The Army personnel turned up in full force to receive the shooter, who has done the country proud by clinching a silver in the 25-metre rapid fire pistol event, the lone white metal winner so far. The place resonated with the sounds of drums and traditional nagaras. The national anthem was also played in the background when Kumar touched down early today. After his arrival, Kumar expressed happiness, saying that he was really touched and this is the first time, he was getting such a welcome.

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