Tribune News Network
New Delhi
The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has appointment Amandeep Johl as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) from January 2025.
A respected name in Indian golf, Johl brings extensive experience to his new role.
The appointment comes alongside another recent significant leadership addition, with the legendary cricketer Kapil Dev assuming the role of PGTI President in June this year. Johl replaces Uttam Singh Mundy, who has essayed a key role in the organization since its inception.
Johl, who until recently was on the PGTI board, will take charge from 1st January, 2025. In the interim period until 31st December, 2024, he will be assisting Mundy in completing the handover process.
Welcoming Johl’s elevation to CEO, Kapil Dev said: “Amandeep has been on the Indian and Asian golf circuit for nearly 34 years and it is just apt that somebody who is so entrenched in the sport leads the PGTI.
“These are exciting times for golf in India and with Amandeep at the helm, the PGTI looks forward to strengthening its presence, in India and around the world,” he added.
Kapil Dev also hailed the outgoing CEO for his contribution to PGTI and Indian golf.
“Uttam Mundy’s commitment and vision have been instrumental in establishing PGTI as the premier professional golf tour in India, and his contributions are deeply appreciated,” Dev said.
Johl, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering, has been an integral part of Indian golf since making it to the junior Indian team in 1985 and four years later emerging as the National amateur champion in 1989.
Since then, he has worn various hats, be it as a professional player on the Asian and European Tours, national coach, a board member of the PGTI and also as a founding member of the Asian Tour (2004).
“I am thrilled and thank the PGTI for entrusting me with this huge responsibility,” remarked the 55-year-old Johl.
“It is probably the most important role of my golfing career,” he said, adding, “I have big shoes to fill thanks to my dear friend, Uttam Mundy, who has been instrumental in laying a strong foundation for the PGTI with his untiring efforts.”
The 60-year-old Mundy expressed confidence that the experienced Johl, his successor as CEO, is a good choice for the role to further build on all the gains achieved by the PGTI over the last 18 years since its inception.
“I am happy that I pass the baton to Amandeep who brings in a lot of experience and who’s passion for golf is second to none. I’m sure the PGTI will immensely benefit with his expertise,” said Mundy.
With this transition, PGTI aims to continue its mission to nurture and support professional golf in India, fostering talent and promoting the sport across the country. It is optimistic that under the leadership of Kapil Dev and Amandeep Johl, PGTI will achieve new milestones and further its impact in the world of golf.
