Rachana Bahadur Joins PGTI as Advisor to Enhance Indian Golf

PGTI Welcomes New Advisor

The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has officially announced the appointment of Rachana Bahadur as an Advisor. She currently holds the position of Senior Vice President and Country Head for Synchrony Financial in India.

Extensive Global Leadership Experience

Rachana Bahadur is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in banking, operations, and risk management. As the Senior Vice President at Synchrony India, she leads a vibrant team focused on strategic growth, digital innovation, and operational excellence. Her impressive career includes senior roles at major financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley, providing her with a rich international perspective. Her leadership philosophy emphasizes trust, well-being, and collaboration, aligning well with the vision of DP World PGTI for the future of golf in India.

Bahadur Expresses Gratitude for the Role

On her new role, Rachana Bahadur expressed, "I am honoured to join the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India as an Advisor. The DP World PGTI has been crucial in advancing professional golf in India, and I greatly respect its dedication to developing talent and creating opportunities for players. I am eager to contribute to its mission of elevating Indian golf on the global stage."

PGTI President's Remarks

Kapil Dev, the President of PGTI, commented on this significant appointment, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Rachana Bahadur to the Advisory Board of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India. Her vast global leadership experience and expertise in building high-performing organizations will be essential as we work to enhance the professional golf ecosystem in India. We anticipate her strategic insights will play a key role in shaping the next phase of DP World PGTI's development."