Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur revs up historic MotoGP™ Bharat preparations
By Sanjay Jadhav
July 10, 2023
By Kirti Patil
Pune: Even as heavy rains in Delhi and whole of north India threatened to disrupt daily life with massive water-logging all over, the preparations for the upcoming MotoGP™ Bharat gained momentum with the organising team inviting Anurag Thakur, the Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports as the Guest of Honour for India’s most awaited MotoGP™ race, scheduled to be held at the Buddh International Circuit on September 22-24, 2023.
“The helmet in my hand says a lot. MotoGP is going to take place in India for the very first time and it is one of the biggest motorsports events for the country which will take place in Gautam buddh Nagar. This race will also be special as for the very first time an Indian racer will also be taking part,” said Thakur.
“This is a great initiative and moment for the racing community. The event will also act as a catalyst in promoting racing bikes and the growth of the automobile industry. For many racers and young bike enthusiasts who want to pursue racing will get an opportunity to watch and learn about the sport in India itself. Going forward, I firmly believe that racing will really become big and like many other sports create milestones and glory for the country,” Thakur said after his meeting with the team.
Thakur also showcased his daredevil spirit braving the torrential rain as he hopped on a bike and joined the group of bikers for a spin who had come along with the officials of FairStreet Sports, the Indian promoters of MotoGP™ Bharat.
“Despite the rain, we were filled with excitement as we extended our invitation to the Honourable Minister as the Guest of Honour for MotoGP™ Bharat igniting the passion that drives us all. Together, we aim to create an unforgettable MotoGP™ Bharat experience. With Mr. Thakur joining the bikers to take a ride despite the weather only shows how gripping MotoGP™ fever is and has every potential to rave up Bharat,” commented Pushkar Nath Srivastava, Chief Operating Officer, FairStreet Sports.
