The Achievers Group formally filed nominations for the upcoming Jullundur Gymkhana Club elections on Saturday, with all four candidates and the group’s executive members present at the club. The nomination process was attended by members of the media, while genuine interest and excitement around the upcoming elections were visible among Gymkhana members. A majority of the members who spoke to the True Scoop team on the ground expressed their support for the Achievers Group candidates.
The Achievers Group candidates contesting for various posts include Amit Kukreja for Secretary, Dheeraj Seth for Junior Vice President, Harpreet Singh “Goldy” for Joint Secretary, and Saurabh Khullar for Treasurer. The group’s Executive Members — Nitin Behl, Mohinder Singh, Shalini Kalra, Rajeev Bansal, Atul Talwar, Vinnie Dhawan, M B Bali, Jubin Shangari and Rishu Jhanji — were also present during the nomination filing.
The Achievers Group candidates also shared their vision for the club, with Treasurer candidate Saurabh Khullar emphasising the importance of greater transparency and accountability in financial management. Joint Secretary candidate Harpreet Singh “Goldy” said he wants the Gymkhana Club to become a “second home” for youngsters as well, with more opportunities and activities that encourage the younger generation to engage with the club. Meanwhile, Executive Member Nitin Behl expressed confidence in the entire Achievers Group panel, saying that the group stands firmly behind all its candidates and wishing them “all the very best” for the upcoming elections.
Speaking about their vision, the candidates said they were motivated and focused on making the Gymkhana Club an even better place for its members. They emphasised the need to create an environment where more families feel encouraged to spend time at the club and where youngsters have more opportunities to participate in sports, activities and other engagements.
The candidates also highlighted their focus on bringing more vibrancy to the club and making it a welcoming space for people across generations, with the aim of strengthening the club’s position as one of the city’s key social and sporting institutions.
The event saw a visible sense of anticipation among club members ahead of the elections. Speaking to the True Scoop team on the ground, members shared their personal experiences and emotions about the Gymkhana Club, with some describing it as their “second home” and highlighting the emotional connection they have developed with the institution over the years. Several members also openly expressed their support for the Achievers Group and its candidates.
For many members, the Jullundur Gymkhana Club represents more than just a sporting and social club. Established in 1958, the club has become an important institution in Jalandhar’s social and sporting life and is regarded by its members as a matter of pride for the city.
With the nomination process now underway, attention will turn towards the upcoming election campaign, the competing panels and the issues that matter most to Gymkhana members. The enthusiasm visible on the ground indicates that the upcoming election is set to generate significant interest within the club community.
