New Delhi: He struggled in the second half of the season gone by but Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri hopes an improved short game will guide him to a successful season this year.

Lahiri enjoyed a dream home victory in the inaugural Panasonic Open India last season but subsequently struggled with his form during the second half of the year, something he believes will improve.

Lahiri won the Panasonic Open after defeating countryman Manav Jaini and Mardan Mamat of Singapore in a thrilling play-off at the Delhi Golf Club. The local star will be among a strong Asian Tour line-up in this year's USD 300,000 event slated from March 29 to April 1.

After enjoying a three-week break from golf to spend time with his family and friends during the off season, Lahiri is eager to challenge for honours again in the upcoming 2012 season.

"I took my mind off the game for a while. Now with the new season drawing closer, it is back to practice and working out. I have identified areas in my game that need attention and I'm working on making them my strengths. Hopefully by February it all comes together and I can make a solid start to my 2012 season," said the 23-year-old.

Lahiri said playing on the Asian Tour and on the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has indeed made him a more accomplished golfer.

"I think Indian golf is getting better and better. The quality of competition on our tour (PGTI) is evidence of that.