Srinagar, Aug. 2 -- The DP World India Championship Lotus Trophy was unveiled in Srinagar on Sunday, marking the second half of the season and underlining Jammu and Kashmir's growing stature on the Indian professional golf circuit.

The Jammu and Kashmir Open being held together with the Government of Jammu & Tourism department would to be held at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course and it will feature a strong field of 132 golfers, including current Order of Merit leader and past winners, as the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) returns to the Valley.

The tournament will be held from August 4 - 7 with a field featuring leading Indian professionals including Saptak Talwar, Veer Ahlawat, Om Prakash Chouhan, Manu Gandas, defending...