Srinagar, Aug. 4 -- Srinagar- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said Jammu and Kashmir must reclaim its position as one of India's premier golf destinations and shared a series of measures to revive the sector, including making the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) tournament an annual event, establishing a golf academy and strengthening sports infrastructure across the Union Territory.

Speaking to reporters after inaugurating the J&K Open 2026 in Srinagar, CM Omar said golf tourism is an integral part of the government's broader tourism promotion strategy. "This includes the three major golf courses in Kashmir, Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg as well as the golf course at Sidra in Jammu. We are also planning to upgrade another...