India's Formula 1 push: Sports Ministry grants NSF status to motor-sport body FMSCI
The Indian Sports Ministry has granted provisional National Sports Federation status to the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI). This move is part of a broader government effort to evaluate and potentially facilitate the return of Formula 1 racing to India.
Why it matters
This recognition provides the financial and administrative framework necessary for India to pursue major international motorsport events, impacting tourism and economic investment.
The Sports Ministry has provisionally granted the status of National Sports Federation (NSF) to the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), a significant upgrade for the body that is coordinating with the government to bring Formula 1 (F1) back to the country.
The FMSCI had applied for recognition on June 11 this year and the approval of its request means that it would now be eligible for financial grants from the Ministry.
"The request of Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) for provisional recognition as National Sports Federation (NSF) has been considered and it has been decided to grant provisional recognition to FMSCI as an NSF with effect from the date of issue of this letter," the Ministry order dated July 23 stated.
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