In the latest episode of the evo India Podcast, Editor Sirish Chandran sits down with veteran automotive journalist Bob Rupani for an in-depth conversation on the history of Indian motorsport. They talk about the inception of rallying in India, the legendary London–Sydney Marathon that passed through Indian cities, and Bob’s experiences working with the late Nazir Hoosein: the visionary who introduced the Himalayan Rally in the 1980s and later the Great Desert Himalayan Rally, India’s attempt at a version of the Dakar Rally.
The discussion also covers the challenges and support that motorsport pioneers faced in India, the golden era of rallying, and the unforgettable days of racing at Sholavaram.
Tune in to the evo India Podcast to relive iconic moments of Indian rallying history, the rise of the Himalayan Rally, and Bob Rupani’s insights on motorsport in India.
