The 5th Edition of India Golf Expo 2016 culminated at DLF Club 5, Gurgaon today. The expo was attended by representatives from over 50 of India’s leading Golf Clubs, 40 of India’s top Golf coaches, 40 superintendents and greens keepers and a host of international delegates.
More than 400 delegates thronged the expo that was organised by the Indian Golf Industry Association (IGIA), supported by Ministry of Tourism – Government of India, the Indian Golf Union (IGU) and Golf Course Superintendents & Managers Association of India (GCS&MAI).
Inaugurated by Shri. Rajiv Yadav, Secretary (Sports), Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, the India Golf Expo 2016 was graced by Shri. Suman Billa, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports pledged its support to Golf and identified it as a potential medal winning sport at the Olympics. In line with the support extended, the Ministry of Tourism has suggested the creation of better marketing network and its integration for overall enhancement of tourist experience.
Shri. Suman Billa suggested the development of packages and clusters for domestic and international tourists for a larger experiential perspective and to achieve more commercial viability for the sport. He expounded on the facets essential for the development of golf, like adequate training of people associated with the sport.
The Ministry of Tourism will be developing a microsite on the Incredible India website that would feature and give a unique perspective of the golf industry in India. The Ministry of Tourism is committed to work with the industry to boost Golf Tourism. The plan envisages including Golf as part of the Incredible India Campaign.
The Indian Golf Industry Association Awards were also conferred at India Golf Expo 2016.
Best New 9 Hole Golf Course | Belvedere Golf & Country Club (Ahmedabad) |
Best New 18 Hole Golf Course | DLF Golf & Country Club – Gary Player Course (Gurgaon) |
Best Renovated Course | Delhi Golf Club – Peacock Course (New Delhi) |
Most Tourist Friendly Course | Oxford Golf Resort (Pune) |
Best Public Course | Qutab Golf Course (New Delhi) |
Best Driving Range Award | Hamoni Golf Camp (Gurgaon) |
