New Delhi, March 21 Private sector lender Axis Bank has announced a partnership with the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) as its official banking partner.
This collaboration marks a significant step towards strengthening the growth of professional golf in India while reinforcing Axis Bank's commitment to supporting sporting excellence and community engagement, the bank said in a statement on Friday.
Through this partnership, Axis Bank will support all the tournaments organised by DP World PGTI over this season, contributing to the development of golfing talent and the expansion of the sport across the country, it said, adding that the collaboration aims to elevate the professional golf ecosystem in India by enhancing player opportunities, tournament experiences, and fan engagement.
Commenting on the partnership, Axis Bank Executive Director Munish Sharda, said, "This association also strengthens our engagement with India's growing premium customer segments, where the sport has a deep and enduring connect. We look forward to contributing to the advancement of professional golf in India and supporting the remarkable talent shaping its future."
Former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev, who is president, PGTI, said, "...partnerships of this stature play a vital role in strengthening the foundation of the Tour, enhancing opportunities for our players, and expanding the sport's reach across the country."