India, Oct. 8 -- justify;">Delhi's golf scene is broader than the stereotype of a few legacy clubs. The region now mixes historic venues (Delhi Golf Club, Qutab/Lado Sarai) with NCR destinations (DLF, ITC Classic, Golden Greens, Noida Golf Course) and public practice options, making it easier for first-timers to start on the range before stepping onto an 18-hole course.

Nationally, participation remains niche but is growing. The R&A's 2024 global participation report counts about 100,000 registered golfers in India, including 20,000 juniors, across ~289 nine- or 18-hole courses, a base that governing bodies and operators are trying to expand via academies and more accessible formats. Industry indicators point the same way: India's golf-e...