The fifth edition of the J&K Open golf tournament has begun at the Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar, bringing a bigger profile to one of the region’s notable sporting events. This year’s edition stands out with a prize purse of Rs 1 crore, a major increase that underlines the tournament’s growing importance on the golf calendar.
Defending champion Shaurya Bhattacharya returns to the field as he takes on a mix of leading Indian professionals and international players. The presence of established competitors is expected to raise the standard of play and add more attention to the event in Srinagar.
Organisers are also looking at the tournament as more than a sporting contest. With high-level participation and a larger purse, the J&K Open is being positioned as a boost for golf tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, helping showcase the region as a destination for both professional events and travel.
As play gets underway at Royal Springs, the tournament reflects the steady expansion of golf in the region. The combination of stronger prize money, returning contenders and wider participation gives the fifth J&K Open added significance this year.
