Bhubaneswar: Shri Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, Chairman and Managing Director of the MGM Group, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to young golfer Shri Ankit Padhi for his exceptional achievement at the Bhubaneswar Golf Club (BGC) Cup.
Shri Padhi clinched the prestigious “Best Gross Award” at the BGC’s flagship tournament and was felicitated at the club’s Annual General Meeting on 14 September.
In golf, a “Best Gross Award” is one of the most prestigious honors a player can receive in a tournament The “Best Gross Award” is given to the player who has the lowest gross score. This means they shot the lowest number of strokes on the course, regardless of their handicap.
It is a true test of a golfer’s ability, as it rewards the best overall performance without any adjustments. For a talented and serious golfer like Shri Ankit Padhi, winning the Best Gross Award is a significant accomplishment because it demonstrates his superior skill and execution on the day of the tournament.
This victory is particularly significant as Shri Padhi is a budding talent supported by MGM Minerals Ltd. Shri Mohanty, a dedicated patron of sports, has made it his mission to identify and nurture promising athletes, helping them to reach the next level in their respective fields.
Beyond his role at the MGM Group, Shri Mohanty is a prominent figure in Odisha’s sports landscape, serving as the President of the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA).
Under his leadership, the OCA has been instrumental in promoting and developing cricket across the state. This dedication to sports extends to his role as Chairman of the MGM School of Sports, a sophisticated center of excellence for cricket.
The school, with the support of the Government of Odisha and the OCA, is committed to enhancing the state’s sports culture and producing outstanding sportspersons.
Shri Mohanty’s consistent efforts to provide high-quality infrastructure and support to athletes like Shri Ankit Padhi are a testament to his belief in the power of sports to transform lives and bring glory to the state.
The MGM Group’s sponsorship of Shri Padhi exemplifies this philosophy, showcasing a commitment to diverse sports beyond cricket.
The felicitation of Shri Padhi at the BGC AGM serves as a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for other aspiring athletes in Odisha.
His success highlights the positive impact of corporate support and dedicated mentorship in helping local talent thrive on a larger platform.