Shiv Kapur is set to bring a groundbreaking new golfing concept to India with the launch of Emgee Greens — an innovative par-3 course in the mountainous region of Lonavala, just outside Mumbai.
Developed in partnership with Himalayas Golf, the project aims to recreate and celebrate some of the most iconic par-3 holes in world golf within a single destination — a concept that organisers believe will be unlike anything previously seen in India.
Among the legendary holes set to inspire the course design are the iconic 17th at TPC Sawgrass and the world-famous 12th at Augusta National Golf Club.
Kapur, now based in Dubai, graduated from Purdue University before turning professional in 2004. Over the course of his career, he claimed seven professional victories across the Asian Tour, HotelPlanner Tour and the PGTI between 2005 and 2021. One of the highlights of his career came at the 2014 U.S. Open, where he made the cut and finished tied for 23rd — his best finish in a major championship.
Speaking about the vision behind Emgee Greens, Kapur said:
“I don’t think India has seen anything like this. The whole idea of the design is to bring the greatest par 3’s from around the world into one specific geographic location and bring India its first par-3 golf course.”
“Golf is learned backwards — you chip and putt first, then you learn how to drive the ball — so I think we are onto something there.”
Himalayas Golf, known for designing and building sustainable facilities that deliver authentic golf experiences in innovative environments, described the project as “The World’s Greatest Par 3s. All in One Place.”
“We’re working hard on a new Par-3 course in partnership with one of India’s most decorated golfers, Shiv Kapur, in the beautiful mountainous area of Lonavala, India — just outside Mumbai. India has never seen anything like this,” the company said in a statement.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Lonavala’s mountain landscape, Emgee Greens is expected to offer a unique golfing experience focused on accessibility, entertainment and short-game development, while helping introduce a new generation of players to the sport in India.
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