KTR: Hyderabad E-Prix an achievement

ABB FIA Formula E world championship 2023 to be hosted in Hyderabad. KTR Industries Minister said in October last, many nations worldwide had competed to host the championship and in the end Hyderabad was selected.

“This is not an achievement for Hyderabad or Telangana but for India,” said Rama Rao at the “30 days to go countdown” event held at Gateway of India, Mumbai.

On February 11, the race will be held in Hyderabad alongside the picturesque Hussain Sagar. 22 drivers, 11 teams from 9 countries will be racing in the all new Gen3 era Formula E cars. Notable names of teams are-McLaren, Maserati, Porsche, Jaguar, Nissan, and Mahindra.

It is part of a 4-year agreement that will see the event held in India through 2026. The Minister said Hyderabad would be hosting EV Mobility Summit from February 5 to 11 to encourage start ups to come up with new innovations. There prize money of $ 100,000 will be presented to the best ideas in the form of mentorship and grants.

“We are proud to be hosting this international event in Hyderabad and welcome all of India to come witness this race,” said Rama Rao, thanking Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra for making it happen.