'F1 Race In India In 2027': Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Makes Huge Prediction

Last Updated:April 13, 2026, 13:56 IST

The Indian Grand Prix was dropped after third edition in 2013 due to tax and bureaucratic hurdles.

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said he is pushing for a Formula 1 race to be held in India in 2027.

In an informal interaction with the media, Mandaviya stated that at least three companies have shown interest in operating the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida.

“There will be an F1 race in India in 2027. First race will be at Buddha International Circuit," Mandaviya said.

The Indian Grand Prix was dropped after its third edition in 2013 due to tax and bureaucratic hurdles.

Formula 1, owned by Liberty Media, has not yet commented on the prospect of returning to India.

Adani, which is set to acquire debt ridden Jaypee Group’s assets including the Formula 1 track in Greater Noida, has expressed its desire to revive the high-profile race in India.

The sport has significantly grown in popularity since Liberty Media took over in 2017. It currently has a record 24-race calendar, though two rounds scheduled in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain this month were cancelled due to the West Asia conflict.

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