Key facts
- Sports Minister orders task force to revive F1 racing in India
- India last hosted F1 at Buddh International Circuit, Greater Noida, in 2013
- Three Indian Grands Prix held: 2011, 2012, 2013
India Today reports that the Sports Minister has directed the formation of a dedicated task force to examine the revival of Formula 1 racing in India. The announcement marks the most concrete government step toward restoring an Indian Grand Prix since the race was dropped from the F1 calendar after 2013.
The Indian Grand Prix was held at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida across three editions — 2011, 2012, and 2013 — before it lapsed due to disputes over taxation and logistics. The circuit itself remains largely dormant, though it has hosted domestic motorsport events. A task force would likely assess infrastructure readiness, commercial viability, and regulatory hurdles.
For everyday Indians, an F1 return would mean a marquee global sporting event on home soil, with significant spin-offs for hospitality, tourism, and motorsport development at the grassroots level. It also fits into India's broader push to host major international sports events, including its Cricket World Cup and Olympics candidacy ambitions.