London: The A1GP organisers are not only keen to bring the racing event to India but also want to act as a catalyst for the development of the infrastructure in the country.

The first big step to bring the race to India will be taken when David Clare, CEO of the A1GP Asia region, will have discussions on the project with the state government in New Delhi later his month.

"I will be going to New Delhi in the later part of the month and have discussions. It is important that the government understands what we want to do?" Clare said as the the 2007-08 season culminated with an Indian win at Brands Hatch, Great Britain.

"We will educate the authorities how they can also benefit from it. There is a huge competition and we will have discussions with potential sponsors also," he said.

Clare though insisted that they would like to contribute in evolving the cities, holding races, through their event.

"One of the role (of A1GP) is to act as a catalyst. We want to become a catalyst for the development of infrastructure. Like it happened in California, because of the event the city evolved.

"If it (event) does not become relevant to the society, it won't survive," Clare opined.
Source : PTI