07/12/2012

Golfing in India to Get Out of Poverty

NY Daily News—Young Indian golfers take swings at poverty  By Mark Magnier

When he was in the fifth grade, Mohan dropped out of school because his family couldn't afford the fees. At loose ends, he often walked two miles to the Royal Calcutta Golf Club -- "the Royal" to members -- scrambling atop a wall and marveling at the vast green expanse and wealthy players.  Read the entire article.

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Jul 12, 2012 4:00:00 AM

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