Delhi Golf Club elects new committee: Gaurav Ghei, Mansher Singh lead fresh era

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Delhi Golf Club elects new committee: Gaurav Ghei, Mansher Singh lead fresh era

Synopsis

The Delhi Golf Club has elected a headline-making leadership team — headlined by the first Indian to play in a men's Major, Gaurav Ghei, alongside Arjuna Awardee shooting champion Mansher Singh and veteran coach Vikram Sethi. Newly elected Captain Amandeep Johl, with five decades in the game, is promising a committee that pairs sporting pedigree with sound governance — and a clear focus on producing India's next generation of golf champions.

Key Takeaways

Delhi Golf Club has concluded elections, installing a new leadership committee on 10 October 2026 .
Amandeep Johl , former National Golf Champion and National Coach, has been elected Captain , bringing over 50 years of association with the sport.
Gaurav Ghei , the first Indian to compete in a men's Major Golf Championship, joins the committee as a key member.
Mansher Singh , an Arjuna Awardee and international shooting champion, is among the newly elected members.
Karan Atwal (former Junior National Golf Champion) and Vikram Sethi (former National Golf Coach) complete the sporting core of the committee.
The committee is further supported by government nominees with institutional governance expertise.

The Delhi Golf Club, one of India's most storied sporting institutions, has entered a new chapter following the conclusion of its Club elections, which have installed a leadership team combining national champions, international sportspersons, professional golfers, and experienced administrators.

The newly elected committee, anchored by Amandeep Johl as the incoming Captain, brings together five decades of golfing association and a collective résumé that spans Major championships, Olympic-level shooting, national coaching, and elite competition.

The New Leadership Team

Amandeep Johl, the newly elected Captain, is a former National Golf Champion, National Coach, and professional golfer whose connection with the sport spans over 50 years. He heads a committee distinguished by the breadth of its sporting credentials.

Joining him are four prominent figures in Indian sport. Gaurav Ghei is a celebrated professional golfer and, notably, the first Indian to compete in a men's Major Golf Championship, with an extensive international professional career to his name. Mansher Singh, an Arjuna Awardee, is a celebrated international shooting champion who has represented India at the highest competitive levels. Karan Atwal brings a strong competitive golfing background as a former Junior National Golf Champion, while Vikram Sethi, a former National Golf Coach, contributes extensive expertise in coaching and developing golfing talent.

The committee is further bolstered by government nominees and experienced members who bring institutional knowledge, administrative expertise, and governance oversight.

What Sets This Committee Apart

According to the Club, what distinguishes this particular committee is the depth and diversity of its collective experience — members bring not only competitive sporting achievements but also an understanding of championship standards, player expectations, and the traditions of the game. The blend is designed to merge sporting expertise with sound governance and professional administration.

Notably, the inclusion of a shooting champion of Mansher Singh's calibre alongside professional golfers and coaches signals a broader approach to sporting culture at the Club, rather than a narrowly golf-specific committee composition.

What the New Captain Said

Speaking after the election, Amandeep Johl outlined the committee's priorities: 'This committee brings together accomplished sportspersons who have competed, coached and represented India at the highest levels. Our endeavour is to combine this wealth of sporting experience with sound governance and professional administration to ensure that the Delhi Golf Club continues to be a source of pride for its members, maintains a championship course worthy of its rich legacy and, above all, serves as a nursery for nurturing the next generation of golfing champions who will bring glory to India.'

What Comes Next for the Club

The Delhi Golf Club, with its prestigious heritage and position as one of India's premier golfing institutions, now looks to its new committee to strengthen course quality, uphold member interests, and develop young talent capable of competing at the national and international levels. The committee's stated focus on governance and administration alongside sporting excellence suggests a structured approach to managing one of the capital's most iconic sporting venues.

Point of View

A shooter rather than a golfer, and the emphasis on 'sound governance' in Johl's first statement both suggest the committee is aware of this tension. Whether the blend of champions and administrators delivers a better member experience and a genuine talent pipeline will be the true measure of this 'new era.'
NationPress
10 Oct 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been elected Captain of the Delhi Golf Club?
Amandeep Johl , a former National Golf Champion, National Coach, and professional golfer with over five decades of association with the sport, has been elected as the new Captain of the Delhi Golf Club.
Who is Gaurav Ghei and why is he significant?
Gaurav Ghei is a professional golfer and the first Indian to compete in a men's Major Golf Championship. His election to the Delhi Golf Club committee adds significant international professional golfing experience to the new leadership.
Who is Mansher Singh?
Mansher Singh is an Arjuna Awardee and celebrated international shooting champion who has represented India at the highest competitive levels. He is one of the newly elected members of the Delhi Golf Club committee.
What is the new committee's stated vision for the Delhi Golf Club?
The new committee has stated its aim to combine sporting experience with sound governance and professional administration, maintain a championship-standard golf course, and nurture the next generation of Indian golfing talent capable of competing internationally.
Who else has joined the new Delhi Golf Club committee?
Karan Atwal , a former Junior National Golf Champion, and Vikram Sethi , a former National Golf Coach, have joined the committee alongside government nominees who bring administrative and governance expertise.
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