How has CGC attempted to democratise its membership?

CGC has allowed public enthusiasts access to weekday pay-and-play slots and established pathways for promising junior players to earn memberships.

What environmental measures has CGC implemented?

CGC has expanded night golf capability, cut energy bills by 20% through high-efficiency lighting, and initiated a tree plantation drive.

How does Major Virk view the importance of golf?

Major Virk believes golf is a fundamental measure of conduct, stating, 'Golf is life. Play it well.'

Fairway mission: On course for change at Chandigarh Golf Club

Q: What are Major RS Virk's main objectives as the president of CGC?

Major RS Virk is determined to honour his election promises of transparency, modern governance, and community inclusion.

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Updated on: Jul 23, 2026, 01:20:35 IST

By Yojana Yadav, Chandigarh

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Major Virk at CGC

At 4pm on the green expanse of the Chandigarh Golf Club (CGC) bordering the iconic Sukhna Lake, Major RS Virk (retd) is in his element. The 59-year-old veteran effortlessly mixes military discipline with an easygoing charm. Posing for the camera on the 10th hole, he exudes the contagiously upbeat vibe of “chardi kala”.

Chandigarh Golf Club president Major RS Virk (retd) striking a pose at the 10th hole on the sprawling green course. (Keshav Singh/HT)

Yet, behind his welcoming demeanour is a man on a mission—one determined to honour his election promises of transparency, modern governance, and community inclusion.

Six months into his year-long tenure after securing the second-largest victory margin in club history against his close friend Capt Mohan Bir Singh (retd), Major Virk has moved swiftly. A former aide-de-camp to ex-Tripura governor Lt Gen KM Seth—father of Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth—he understands administrative rigour. “In the first 90 days, most of our key promises were delivered,” he says, leaning into his core poll plank of institutional accountability.

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Yojana Yadav
Yojana Yadav is a Senior Associate Editor at Hindustan Times, Chandigarh, anchoring online news coverage across North India for hindustantimes.com. Besides leading desk operations, she collaborates with reporting teams in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, and the Chandigarh tricity, including Panchkula and Mohali. With over three decades in journalism, Yojana joined HT in 2003 following key editorial roles at The Tribune, Press Trust of India, and The Times of India. She anchored the print desk in Chandigarh as news editor till 2018 before transitioning to the online role. Her reporting experience includes covering political campaign trails and hosting youth forums in Ludhiana and Shimla in the run-up to the assembly and Lok Sabha elections. At HT, she has authored columns like Sunset Boulevard, Words of Wisdom and Turning 18. At present, she anchors the popular Spice of Life column and guest opinion pieces. Beyond journalism, Yojana is dedicated to yoga, spiritualism, and animal welfare. A passionate lifelong learner, her love for quizzing led her to the Kaun Banega Crorepati hot seat opposite Amitabh Bachchan in 2023.Read More

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