F1 is the ultimate form of racing yet it is classified as source of entertainment rather than sports. If racing is recognised as a sport in India it would increase the chances of holding Indian Grand Prix again in year 2016. Indian Grand Prix for year 2014 and 2015 was cancelled due to this reason.
“We can’t influence the sporting policies of the country. We can only tell the sports ministry that F1 is an iconic event and having a race in the country is a huge boost for motorsports right from the grassroots level. The ministry has to understand that motorsports is not only about F1 but also includes other events like biking, off-roading etc. Also while motorsports may be entertainment, it is also a sport like cricket as we also have drivers competing for trophies,” Akbar Ebrahim, chairman of new racing commission of FMSCI.
But, we can influence the government to recognise racing as sport in order to encourage this activity in India