Raipur, Feb. 26 -- In a significant step towards expanding India's golf ecosystem and strengthening sports-led tourism development, Padma Bhushan Kapil Dev, President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), held discussions with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on the future growth of golf infrastructure in the state.

The meeting was also attended by Subodh Kumar Singh, IAS, senior representatives of the Government of Chhattisgarh, and PGTI CEO Amandeep Johl, according to a release.

The discussions focused on growing golf in Chhattisgarh through a landmark partnership to develop international-standard golf infrastructure in Nava Raipur, with the long-term vision of hosting global tournaments. The interaction reflected a...