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Amitabh Kant believes golf has the potential to surpass cricket in India. He credits Prime Minister Modi's leadership for providing consistent support to all sports. Kapil Dev welcomed Kant's new role on the PGTI governing body. Kant is a passionate golfer himself and is confident in the sport's future growth.

Key Points: Amitabh Kant Says Golf Can Surpass Cricket in India

  • Kant credits PM Modi for consistent and unconditional support to all sports
  • Claims golf can produce world champions due to India's population
  • Over 300 golf courses provide a strong foundation for the sport's growth
  • Kapil Dev welcomes Kant's PGTI role for his strategic vision and leadership
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PM Modi has given unconditional support towards sports: Amitabh Kant

Amitabh Kant credits PM Modi's unconditional sports support, claiming golf can produce world champions and potentially surpass cricket's success in India.

"Golf needs to go beyond the levels of cricket... golf champions across the world will be Indian - Amitabh Kant"

New Delhi, Sep 12

Amitabh Kant, newly inducted as a Member of the Governing Body of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), said golf has the potential to surpass cricket in success and credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for providing “consistent and unconditional” support to all sports

"Golf needs to go beyond the levels of cricket. Given our population and more than 300 golf courses across the country, if our youth adopts this sport, then golf champions across the world will be Indian,” Kant said on the sidelines of a PGTI event.

He added that under PM Modi’s leadership, numerous reforms in India’s sports policy have started to show results, whether at the Olympics or other tournaments.

Meanwhile, PGTI president Kapil Dev welcomed Kant’s inclusion, calling it a “significant step forward” for Indian golf. “His expertise, vast experience, leadership qualities and strategic vision will be incredible assets to the PGTI. We believe his insights will help raise the tour’s stature further, expand its reach, and create new opportunities for our talented golfers,” Dev said.

Kant, a passionate golfer himself, has long championed the sport’s growth and expressed confidence in PGTI’s mission of nurturing talent and fostering excellence in Indian golf.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the enthusiasm for golf, let's not forget that cricket is deeply ingrained in our culture. Instead of comparing, we should support all sports equally. Good to see government backing multiple sports.
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Aman W
Golf is still an elite sport in India. Need to make it more accessible to middle-class families if we want to see real talent emerge. The 300 courses are mostly in urban areas and expensive clubs.
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Sarah B
As someone who took up golf recently, I can see the potential! The sport teaches discipline and patience. Great to see Kapil Dev and Amitabh Kant promoting it. More power to Indian golf! ⛳
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Vikram M
The sports reforms are showing results - our performance in Olympics and other international events has improved significantly. Credit where it's due - the government's support has been consistent.
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Nikhil C
While I support golf development, let's ensure we don't neglect traditional sports like kabaddi, hockey, and wrestling that have broader participation across India. Balance is key.

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