Tee-Time with Vodafone India, Jaipur Marriott and Mahindra World City

Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers in association with Jaipur Marriott – the contemporary abode of luxury in the regal Pink City and Mahindra World City today announced the commencement of Lt Gen. Himmeth Singh Memorial Golf Tournament in the Pink City. To be held on March 24-25, 2012, the tournament will witness a participation of 150 enthusiastic golfers from all over the country.

Vodafone India, Jaipur Marriott and Mahindra World City would extend their philanthropic arm with a focus to support sports locally in Jaipur City. The Golf tournament promises to give a once in a lifetime experience to the spectators and the players.  The recognized official Golf body, Rambagh Golf Club has also joined hands to promote Golf Talent in Jaipur.

The sport of Golf has always attracted Corporate India’s attention as it bring the right blend of mixing business with leisure. It has been a constant endeavour of Vodafone India to leverage sports and sportsmanship across Rajasthan. Speaking on the occasion, Anand Sahai, Business Head –Rajasthan Circle, Vodafone India, said “Vodafone India is committed to the promotion and popularization of the great game of Golf. Together with Jaipur Marriott and Mahindra World City, we hope to leverage the sport to newer heights. We are thankful to them for their constant support and look forward to nurturing this association in future.”

Mr. Pankaj Birla, General Manager, Jaipur Marriott who himself is an avid Golfer says “I can't think of any other sporting event that can possibly add more inspiration, enjoyment and camaraderie. We are privileged to be the hospitality partner and to facilitate the winners of the Golf Tournament by delivering unsurpassed level of hospitality. Golf has truly managed to establish its footprints across the world. The two day extravaganza will also inculcate sportsmen spirit & provide a competitive edge away from the daily hum drum routine.”

Jaipur Marriott also plans to develop sponsorship marketing for select alternate sports targeted at the youth market with the long term view to back sports in the city. These will in turn provide innovative brand building opportunities and encouraging burgeoning sports talent. Golf tourism is a multibillion dollar industry and India, despite being a late entrant, could become a significant niche player in this golf tourism market.

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