Delhi Golf Club: PGTI outlines 10-year plan for Indian golf

DP World PGTI leaders at Delhi Golf Club outlined a plan to expand Indian golf’s player base through grassroots facilities, wider access and more overseas competition.

Amitabh Kant, a DP World PGTI board member, said India’s young population and stronger grassroots infrastructure could produce golfers capable of winning on the world stage within 10 years. He said tier-two and tier-three cities, including tribal communities in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, could develop talented players if young people receive opportunities and facilities.

Kant also suggested allocating 25% of college and university admissions on sporting merit, with criteria including state-level representation, so athletes can continue their studies while competing.

Atul Chaturvedi said India’s golf courses and the cost of playing could support golf tourism, but needed stronger branding. Amandeep Johl said the tour is bringing in players from the Sunshine, Korean, Thai and Japan Tours, pursuing more co-sanctioned events with the Asian Tour and HotelPlanner Tour, and funding Indian players at overseas qualifying schools.