7 months ago
Army Veterans Vie for Chandigarh Golf Club Presidency
Two former Indian Army officers, Major Rajinder Singh Virk and Captain Mohan Bir Singh, are running for president of the Chandigarh Golf Club.
They both want to make the club better but have different ideas.
Virk wants to focus on being clear and honest, fixing financial problems, and making the golf course better.
Bir Singh wants to keep doing the good work the current leaders are doing and make sure the club is open to everyone.
They both have teams to help them.
The club is important for golf in India, and they want to host big tournaments there.
The election is on January 25, and everyone is excited to see who will win.
Major Rajinder Singh Virk and Captain Mohan Bir Singh are contesting for the presidency of the Chandigarh Golf Club.
Virk emphasizes transparency, financial review, and golf course excellence, while Bir Singh focuses on continuing current initiatives and accessibility.
Both candidates have teams with diverse expertise to support their visions for the club.
Key issues include governance, financial concerns, stalled infrastructure projects, and the potential to host international golf events.
The club aims to broaden access to golf while maintaining high standards and aspiring to be India's top golf course.
- Who
- Major Rajinder Singh Virk (retd) and Captain (retd) Mohan Bir Singh
- What
- Election for the presidency of the Chandigarh Golf Club
- Where
- Chandigarh Golf Club
- When
- January 25
- Why
- To address governance, financial concerns, infrastructure, accessibility, and golf development
Key facts
- Election Date
- January 25
- Candidates
- Major Rajinder Singh Virk (retd) and Captain (retd) Mohan Bir Singh
- Key Issues
- Governance, Financial Concerns, Infrastructure, Accessibility, Golf Development
- Virk's Team
- Dr SPS Grewal, Dr Atul Sachdev, Sandy Lehal, Brig TS Mundi, Munish Arora, Jassi Toor, Shona Singh, Gags Aulakh, Alamgir Grewal, Dr GS Kochhar
- Bir Singh's Team
- Capt P S Chimni, Dr Satbir Singh, Brig Balwinder Singh (retd), Dr Shobhit Ghai, Raman Singh Gill, APS Kahai, Gursimran Singh Sethi, Gursharan Singh Sandhu, Ajay Wadhwa, Dr Angad Singh Sangha, Jaspartap Singh Sekhon
- Potential International Event
- Within 2-3 years (Virk) or with major sponsor (Bir Singh)
- Club Membership
- Open to public via green fees
Quotes
Major Rajinder Singh Virk (retd)
Retired Indian Army officer and candidate for the presidency of the Chandigarh Golf Club.
“I am interested in serving because I believe in the legacy of this club and feel a deep sense of responsibility toward its future. The greatest opportunity we have is to unify our membership around a shared vision of excellence, where both tradition and progress are honored. The most significant challenge is restoring full confidence in how the club is run (financially, operationally, and transparently) so that every member feels assured, heard, and proud. My time on the Executive Committee, and even as a vocal member without office, has shown me how the club truly operates. I’ve learned from past presidents both what to do and what not to do. The most successful terms have been defined by inclusive leadership- grounded in listening, integrity, and decisions made for the long-term good of the club, not short-term visibility.”
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“The difference will be defined by clarity of purpose, with transparency and consistency in execution. Our administration will focus on three pillars: • Golf-first governance, with professional course management as our top priority. • Transparent operations, including fair tournament systems and open financial oversight. • Action on longstanding issues, such as parking and caddie facilities, with clear timelines and accountability. My team and I have pledged accountability, credibility and transparency — and that is what we intend to deliver.”
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Captain (retd) Mohan Bir Singh (Bunny)
Retired Indian Army officer and candidate for the presidency of the Chandigarh Golf Club.
“I have been a member of the club since 1991 and have been closely associated with its management. Serving as president would be both a privilege and an honour. I have worked with several past presidents, including IPS Mann, Col H S Chahal and Ravibir Singh, and have learned a great deal from them.”
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“I wish to continue the good work of the present committee, of which I am a part as captain of the course during the current term.”
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