DP WORLD has launched its global Clubhouse initiative in India, unveiling the project on 15 October in New Delhi to make golf more accessible to underserved youth.
The initiative introduces repurposed, shipping-container-based training facilities at the ZEN GOLF Range & Academy in Gurugram, Haryana. Designed to support local communities through sport, education, and mentorship, the programme promotes inclusivity and long-term engagement with golf.
This marks the second milestone in DP World’s Clubhouse programme, following its debut in Cape Town earlier this year. Each clubhouse will remain as a permanent facility within its academy, offering young golfers access to equipment, coaching spaces, and ongoing mentorship opportunities.
As part of the DP World India Championship, the company also hosted a pop-up Clubhouse in the Fan Zone at the Delhi Golf Club, where visitors took part in mini-golf games, simulators, and chipping challenges alongside ZEN GOLF students and community guests.
DP World group chief communications officer Daniel van Otterdijk said, “We’re incredibly proud to partner with ZEN GOLF Range & Academy and bring the DP World Clubhouse initiative to India. At DP World, we’re using the power of logistics to create opportunities – giving new life to our containers and opening new doors for communities to connect with golf. By supporting grassroots talent, we hope to build a more inclusive future for the game, while empowering young talent through mentorship, education and sport.”
DP World India subcontinent country manager Hemant Kumar Ruia added, “DP World Clubhouse coming to India reflects our commitment to advancing the sport through sustainable infrastructure and opportunity. Sport grows when access meets purpose, and by repurposing our assets to support grassroots golf, we’re helping young talent develop the skills and mindset to pursue their passion for sport. This initiative reflects our belief that progress in sport, like in trade, comes from building the right infrastructure to enable potential to perform.”
ZEN GOLF Range & Academy managing director Shyam Grover commented, “We’re incredibly proud to be chosen as DP World’s partner in this great initiative. This new space will make a real difference to our academy – giving our students access to better facilities, new technology, and a place they can feel inspired to grow. Our students are thrilled about this news, and we can’t wait to integrate it into our junior coaching sessions.”
