-Chandigarh, Punjab : July 29, 2025:
In a landmark initiative to support India’s growing sporting ecosystem, The Trident Group’s partnership with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) will elevate the inaugural “Trident Open Golf Championship” as another flagship tournament. The INR 1 crore event is scheduled to be held from November 11 – 14 at the esteemed Chandigarh Golf Club.
This strategic collaboration marks Trident Group’s foray into India’s professional golf arena and reflects its broader vision to foster talent, encourage excellence, and contribute to the nation’s sporting development.
Mr Rajinder Gupta, Chairman Emeritus, Trident Group, shared his thoughts on the partnership: “We are delighted to announce the launch of the inaugural Trident Open Golf Championship, in collaboration with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), and under the esteemed leadership of Kapil Dev Ji—a true sporting icon and a symbol of national pride.
This initiative stands as testament to Trident’s unwavering commitment to the promotion of sports and the pursuit of excellence across all spheres of human endeavour. At Trident, we view golf as more than just a sport—it is a discipline that reflects precision, strategy, and connection, all of which deeply resonate with our core values of fostering meaningful and enduring partnerships.
We are especially honoured to host this prestigious event at the Chandigarh Golf Club, affectionately known as the ‘Nursery of Indian Golf’, celebrated for its rich legacy of shaping champions who have brought glory to the nation.”
The event will be part of the 15 tournaments lined up for the second half of the PGTI 2025 season which offers a combined prize purse of INR 17 crore. This partnership further solidifies Trident Group’s commitment to contributing to India’s journey as a hub for world-class talent, excellence and national pride.
