Driving the Game: Bangladesh celebrates icons shaping future of golf

In a landmark addition to Bangladesh's golfing calendar, 'The Golf House', the country's first golf magazine, inaugurated the Golf House Golf Awards 2026, introducing a new annual platform dedicated to recognising individuals and organisations whose contributions have helped shape and advance golf in the country. 

The inaugural awards were presented at a gala ceremony held at Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport, bringing together senior corporate leaders, golfers, industry stakeholders, diplomats, partners and members of Bangladesh's golfing community.

After more than a decade of promoting and contributing to the country's golfing landscape through publishing, events, tournaments and industry initiatives, The Golf House introduced the awards as a long-term platform to celebrate achievements that extend beyond the golf course.

Speaking on the occasion, A.M.M. Nazrul Hosen, Founder and Editor of The Golf House, said: "For more than a decade, The Golf House has been privileged to witness and contribute to the evolution of golf in Bangladesh. We felt it was time to create a platform that goes beyond celebrating scores and championships—to recognise the individuals, organisations and institutions whose vision, dedication and contribution continue to move the game forward. The Golf House Golf Awards is our commitment to celebrating that legacy while inspiring the next generation of contributors to Bangladesh golf."

Those who received the accolade are:
National Icon — Siddikur Rahman
Distinguished Women in Golf — Prof. Shahin Mahbuba Haque
Excellence in Golfing Growth — Musawath Shams Zahedee
Hall of Fame — Azam J Chowdhury
Lifetime Achievement — Arshi Hyder
Strategic Partner Honours
Golf Development Award — Bangladesh Professional Golfers' Association
Equipment Partner of the Year — Titleist
Hospitality Partner of the Year — IHG Hotels & Resorts
Airlines Partner of the Year — Turkish Airlines
Banking Partner of the Year — City Bank

The evening was attended by M. Rashiduzzaman Millat, MP, and State Minister for Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, as Chief Guest, along with distinguished corporate leaders, golfers, partners and members of the golfing fraternity.

With the successful completion of its inaugural edition, The Golf House aims to establish the 'Golf House Golf Awards' as a lasting annual tradition that celebrates the people and institutions contributing to the continued growth of golf in Bangladesh.
About The Golf House
'The Golf House' is Bangladesh's first golf magazine and has been contributing to the country's golfing ecosystem for more than a decade. Beyond its publishing platform, The GolfHouse has developed and supported a range of golfing initiatives, events and tournaments aimed at promoting golf, connecting the golfing community and creating new opportunities around the sport.

The introduction of the Golf House Golf Awards represents the next chapter in that journey—creating an annual platform dedicated to recognising those who contribute to the game both on and beyond the course.