Bareka's Golf Glory: Varanasi to Host DP World PGTI NexGen Tournament 2026

Banaras Locomotive Works is set to host the prestigious DP World PGTI NexGen Golf Tournament 2026 in Varanasi. This national-level event aims to put Varanasi on India's professional golf map, showcasing the city's sports infrastructure and providing emerging golfers a platform to shine both nationally and internationally.

Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), a prominent unit of Indian Railways, is gearing up to host the prestigious DP World PGTI NexGen Golf Tournament 2026 at its Varanasi golf course from June 16 to 18. This national-level tournament is poised to firmly establish BLW, also known as Bareka, on India's professional golf map while enhancing Varanasi's reputation as a hub for major sporting events.

The sports-friendly ambiance at Bareka Golf Course secured it as the venue for this distinguished competition. Organized by DP World PGTI, the tournament aims to offer emerging players a platform to excel at national and international levels. Course preparations and final arrangements were completed by June 13.

A Pro-AM event took place on June 14, featuring a 9-hole competition between local and professional golfers. Practice rounds are scheduled for Monday, leading up to the main competition from June 16 to 18, 2026, with the prize distribution ceremony planned for the event's final day.

This event transcends being merely a golf competition, representing a significant push towards popularizing golf in India. Hosting this elite event in Varanasi, known for its spiritual and cultural significance, will invigorate golf development in Eastern India and inspire young athletes. Consequently, Bareka Golf Course is set to receive national recognition.

Featured prominently in the official calendar of DP World PGTI, the competition will enjoy broad visibility through various promotional and digital channels, as well as media coverage. The tournament will also highlight Bareka's exceptional sports infrastructure, management acumen, and the railways' tradition of sports promotion, both at home and abroad.

By bringing the DP World PGTI NexGen Golf Tournament-2026 to Varanasi, Bareka is not only taking pride in this achievement but also signaling Varanasi's growing stature in India's sporting landscape. This event is anticipated to be a pivotal moment in advancing golf in the country and creating new opportunities for budding players.