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India’s First Formula Night Street Race Announced for Navi Mumbai This December

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H, team Allycaral

India is gearing up for its first-ever Formula Night Street Race, and Navi Mumbai is the city chosen to make history. This December, the city will host the grand finale of the Indian Racing Festival on a brand-new 3.753 km street circuit that winds through the scenic Palm Beach Road and alongside the serene Nerul Lake. This major announcement comes just weeks after the reveal of a Goa Street Circuit, further cementing India’s emergence in global motorsports.

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has partnered with Racing Promotions Pvt. Ltd. (RPPL) to bring this ambitious project to life, marking Maharashtra’s debut in the elite tier of street racing. The F4 India finale will take place under lights, making it the first night street race of its kind in the country. With 14 technical turns, the track promises to deliver high-speed action and showcase the raw talent of India’s growing racing community.

This event is more than just motorsport—it is an effort to redefine Maharashtra’s global image and turn it into Asia’s motorsport hub. State leadership believes the event will inspire a new generation of racers, create jobs, boost tourism, and demonstrate India’s capacity to host world-class racing events.

Adding glamour and nationwide buzz to the event are the celebrity team owners: John Abraham (Goa Aces), Arjun Kapoor (Speed Demons Delhi), Sourav Ganguly (Kolkata Royal Tigers), Sudeep Kichcha (Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru), Naga Chaitanya (Hyderabad Blackbirds), and Dr. Swetha Sundeep Anand (Chennai Turbo Riders). These high-profile names bring not only star power but also a deep passion for the sport, helping motorsport reach new audiences.

Previously, the Indian Racing Festival has held races in Hyderabad, Chennai, and Coimbatore, with Goa slated as the next destination. However, the Navi Mumbai finale represents the boldest leap yet toward building a sustainable motorsport ecosystem in India. More details, including the full driver lineup, event schedule, and fan experiences, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

As the engines prepare to roar under city lights, one thing is clear: Navi Mumbai is ready to shine on the global racing map.

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Goa’s Vaibhav Marathe to Represent India at FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship 2025 in Indonesia

Tanisha Cardozo

In a major boost for Indian motorsports, Vaibhav Marathe, a two-time Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) winner, is set to represent India at the FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship (APRC) 2025. The prestigious event will be held in Indonesia and is known locally as the IMI Sumatera Ultra-Rally Championship 2025.

Marathe, known for his razor-sharp reflexes and tactical driving, will be up against elite competition from across the Asia-Pacific region. The IMI-organised rally will comprise 12 special stages, covering a demanding distance of 200.60 kilometres through diverse terrain and extreme rally conditions.

Speaking about the opportunity, Marathe shared, “It’s an honour to represent India on a platform as significant as the APRC. This is a dream for every rally driver, and I’m proud to carry the tricolour.”

The rally will be conducted under the supervision of Ikatan Motor Indonesia (IMI), which is internationally recognised and affiliated with the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA).

Vaibhav’s selection is not just a personal milestone but also marks another big step forward for Goan and Indian rallying. As India continues to carve out its place in the international motorsport scene, drivers like Marathe are setting new benchmarks.

Fans and motorsport enthusiasts from across the country will be watching closely as Vaibhav powers through the gravel, mud, and glory of international competition.