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India Targets 2027 Return for Formula 1 Racing, Says Sports Minister

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has announced India's firm intention to host Formula 1 races again by 2027. He stated that talks are ongoing and a key meeting with stakeholders will be held within the next six months to advance the plans. The minister highlighted that geopolitical factors, like conflict in Gulf regions, position India as a safe alternative host nation. The push aims to revive the Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit, which last hosted an F1 race in 2013.

Key Points: India Aims for Formula 1 Return in 2027, Says Mandaviya

  • Target set for 2027 F1 return
  • Minister cites India's safety advantage
  • Key meeting planned within six months
  • Focus on making event viable
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"We'll surely have Formula 1 in 2027": Union Sports Minister Mandaviya

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya confirms plans to bring back F1 to India by 2027, citing safety and viability after a visit to Buddh Circuit.

"We will surely have Formula 1 in 2027. - Mansukh Mandaviya"

New Delhi, April 13

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Monday that India will "surely have Formula 1 races" in 2027 and in the next six months, there will be a meeting on this issue with concerned authorities and stakeholders in the sport.

Recently, there have been reports regarding the government considering bringing back Formula 1 to the Buddh International Circuit, almost thirteen years after the last race was held at the track.

Sports Ministry sources had said earlier in February that the Formula 1 race in Greater Noida could soon make a comeback. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently visited the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) in Greater Noida, signalling potential plans to revive the Indian Grand Prix. BIC had hosted races between 2011-13.

Now, speaking during an informal meeting to reporters at his residence on Monday, Mandaviya said, "We want to start Formula 1 again soon. We are in talks. We will surely have Formula 1 in 2027. In the next six months we have meeting on this soon. Because of the war in the Gulf countries, they feel India is a safe country. We need to make it viable."

The 2026 Formula 1 season began with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on March 8, following pre-season testing in Bahrain from February 11 to 20.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I love the idea, I hope this doesn't become another white elephant project. The focus should also be on developing our own motorsport talent and making it accessible, not just a one-weekend spectacle for the elite.
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Rohit P
The Minister's point about India being seen as a safe destination is key. Geopolitical stability can be a huge advantage for us. Let's hope the negotiations are successful and the track gets the upgrades it needs.
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, this is exciting! The last Grand Prix had an amazing atmosphere. It would be great for the local economy and give the NCR a major international event. Fingers crossed!
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Vikram M
"We will surely have F1 in 2027" – that's a very confident statement. I appreciate the optimism, but the government must be transparent about the financial implications. Who is bearing the cost? Taxpayers need to know.
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Karthik V
Brilliant! This will inspire a whole new generation of engineers and racing enthusiasts. We have the talent; we just need the platform. Hope they also look at supporting Formula E for sustainable racing.

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