Amit Krishan Luthra (born 15 September 1960) is an Indian golfer, who led his country's team for over 20 years.

Amit Luthra
Personal information
Full nameAmit Krishan Luthra
Born15 September 1960 (1960-09-15) (age 64)
New Delhi, India
Medal record
Men's Golf
Representing  India
Asian Games
Gold medal – first place 1982 Delhi Team

Luthra represented India in the 1982 Asian Games, where he was on the gold medal team. He is also an Arjuna Awardee, and recently won the Golf Championship at Pehelgam.

Background and family

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Luthra was born in New Delhi, India. His father was an avid golfer who served in the Indian Air Force. Luthra started playing golf at a very young age in Kanpur with his father and siblings where there was access to golf courses.

The Golf Foundation

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Luthra founded and runs The Golf Foundation in India, which helps underprivileged children. He has also taught young golfers, including Ashok Kumar, Rashid Khan and Shubham Jaglan.

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