IGPL secures record $100 million franchise investment to transform Indian golf

New Delhi: The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) has announced a landmark $100 million capital commitment from ten franchise partners across the country, representing the largest private investment ever made in Indian golf. Each franchise will invest approximately $10 million over a ten-year period, underscoring a long-term strategic vision to professionalize and democratize the sport across India and beyond.

Franchise rights have been awarded to prominent business groups in Hyderabad (Phoenix), Mumbai (Atri), Kolkata (Flyingman Academy), Delhi (RVR Infra), Chennai (Vimtra Ventures), Visakhapatnam (Green Fuels), Goa (Auro Realty), Bengaluru (GolfKonnekt), Punjab (Krishna Auto), and Gurugram (Honer Homes Consortium). The ten-city structure ensures nationwide representation, bringing professional golf to both major metropolitan centers and high-growth emerging markets.

In addition to league operations, the franchise partners have collectively committed a further $250 million toward infrastructure development. This includes building accessible, compact 8–10-acre golf courses across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and rural communities—significantly broadening access to the sport and moving it beyond its traditional elite base.

The IGPL will launch with an aggressive global expansion strategy, establishing a presence across three continents India, Africa, and the Middle East in its inaugural year, with plans to operate in five countries within three to four years.

Commenting on the announcement, Uttam Singh Mundy, CEO, IGPL stated, "This is not a traditional sports investment it's a strategic platform for business amplification and nation-building through sports. Our franchise partners come from Pharma, Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Venture Capital, and they see IGPL as a multi-decade opportunity to build a sports culture while leveraging the platform for their core businesses. The $100 million commitment reflects their conviction in our vision."

"We're not just creating a league we're building an ecosystem. From village courses to global tournaments, IGPL will make golf accessible, competitive, and commercially viable. Our three-continent launch strategy and infrastructure mandate position us as a transformative force in global golf, not just Indian golf," Mundy added.

The league format, tournament schedule, and player auction details will be announced in the coming weeks.

IGPL partner and Hyderabad Franchise Owner (Phoenix) shares, " This franchise brings Hyderabad onto one of the biggest new stages in Indian golf. Golf in India has always had the talent, what it needed was the right platform. The IGPL provides exactly that, and we are proud to represent Hyderabad in this landmark league.”

IGPL partner and Mumbai Franchise Owner (Atri) also shared, "Mumbai is a city that has always embraced champions, and the IGPL gives us the opportunity to build one. We at Atri are proud to back a league that is set to transform the professional golf landscape in India. This franchise is more than an investment. We look forward to making Mumbai's presence felt on every fairway."

IGPL partner and Kolkata Franchise Owner (Flyingman Academy) shared, “Kolkata has a proud sporting legacy, and we are honoured to add professional golf to that story through the IGPL. At Flyingman Academy, developing talent is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building a team that this city is truly proud of."

IGPL partner and Delhi Franchise Owner (RVR Infra) shared, "As a company that has built foundations across India, we understand the value of getting the groundwork right. Our IGPL franchise in Delhi is built on that same principle, a strong foundation, a clear vision, and the determination to compete at the top. Delhi deserves nothing less than the best, and that is exactly what we intend to deliver."

IGPL partner and Chennai Franchise Owner (Vimtra Ventures) shared, "When the IGPL opportunity came up, we felt Chennai simply had to be part of it. Vimtra came in with the idea of doing this properly, building a franchise it can stand behind over time. We’re not looking at this as a short-term move, but as a serious, long-term commitment to the sport and to Chennai."

IGPL Partner and Gurugram Franchise Owner (Honer Homes Consortium) shared, “Gurgaon is a city defined by ambition and rapid growth, and we are proud to be part of shaping its sporting future through the IGPL. Honer Homes is delighted to support a league that is taking world-class golf to new audiences across India.”

Beyond the competition on the greens, the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) is committed to a transformative mission of democratising golf through its robust grassroots framework. By partnering with the Indian Golf Union (IGU), Women’s Golf Association of India (WGAI), PGA Of India (PGAI) and The Golf Foundation (TGF) the league has launched the Golf Growth Initiative, an ambitious programme designed to take golf directly into schools and playgrounds across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

This dedication ensures that the next generation of athletes, regardless of their background gains access to world-class infrastructure and direct mentorship from legends like Jeev Milkha Singh, Shiv Kapur, Jyoti Randhawa, Gaganjeet Bhullar, Gaurav Ghei and SSP Chawrasia.

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