
Sat Mar 29 08:02:25 UTC 2025: ## Adani Group Tees Off in Indian Golf with New Academy and Championship
**Ahmedabad, India – March 29, 2025** – The Adani Group is making a significant foray into Indian professional golf, launching a new training academy and a major championship in partnership with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI). The announcement was made today at the launch of the Adani-PGTI golf training academy at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club in Ahmedabad, attended by Adani Enterprises Director Pranav Adani and PGTI President, Kapil Dev, the legendary former Indian cricketer.
The event showcased the Adani Group’s commitment to developing the sport in India. Pranav Adani, showcasing his own golfing skills, was pictured sinking a hole-in-one during the launch. Kapil Dev also participated in a demonstration, highlighting the excitement surrounding the new partnership.
The collaboration will culminate in the inaugural “Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025,” boasting a ₹1.5 crore prize purse. The tournament will take place at the Jaypee Greens Golf & Spa Resort in Greater Noida from April 1-4, marking the PGTI’s return to the venue after an 11-year absence.
“We are delighted to partner with Kapil Dev and the PGTI to contribute to the growth of Indian professional golf,” said Pranav Adani. “Our goal is to cultivate Indian global champions and enhance accessibility to the sport.”
Kapil Dev expressed his gratitude for the Adani Group’s support, stating that their backing will be instrumental in fostering the development of world-class Indian golfers. He anticipates a significant increase in fan engagement during the upcoming championship.
The Adani-PGTI golf training academy aims to nurture young talent and broaden participation in the sport, solidifying the Adani Group’s commitment to elevating golf’s profile in India. This strategic move by one of the world’s largest business conglomerates promises to significantly impact the future of professional golf in the country.