Chennai, 16 Oct 2026: DP World is helping more specially-abled people across India access golf through a £10,000-equivalent commit ment from its DP World India Championship Legacy Fund to support the Adaptive Golf Alliance Founda tion (AGAF).
The funding will support AGAF’s Discovery Events across India, offering introductory sessions and pathways into regular coaching and competition. It will also contribute to coach development and education progra mmes, while connect ing new golfers with established adaptive players.
The announcement follows an adaptive golf event at Delhi Golf Club during DP World India Championship week, where DP World Tour and Ryder Cup winner Shane Lowry and Indian professional golfer and Asian Games 2026 team silver medallist, Diksha Dagar, an adaptive athlete, joined participants and coaches for a special clinic.
Hemant Kumar Ruia , Country Manager, Subcontinent (India), said: “The DP World India Champion ship is about much more than world-class golf. It is about creating a lasting legacy that extends beyond the tournament and makes a meaningful diffe rence in our commu nities. Through the DP World Legacy Fund, we are committed to breaking down barriers and making golf more accessible and inclu sive. Our support for the Adaptive Golf Alliance Foundation reflects our belief that sport has the power to empower individuals, build confidence and create opportunities for people of all abilities to participate, thrive and realize their potential.”
Balendu Singh, Director of Adaptive Golf Alliance Founda tion, said: "The support from the DP World India Championship Legacy Fund will help us introduce more specially abled people to golf across India. Every Discovery Event is an opportunity to show someone that golf is a sport they can access, enjoy and excel in. This funding will help us reach more communities and create pathways for players to develop their skills and pursue their goals in the game.”