Mika Hakkinen opens India's first CIK standard karting track

Madras International Karting Arena (MIKA) is located at the Madras International Circuit, near Chennai.

Two-time Formula 1 World Champion Mika Hakkinen has inaugurated India's first Commission Internationale de Karting (CIK) approved professional karting track. Former F1 drivers Karun Chandhok and Narain Karthikeyan were also present at the event.

Madras International Karting Arena (MIKA) is located at the Madras International Circuit, near Chennai. It is a 1.2 km track designed by UK-based Driven International, with inputs from Karun Chandhok. The track layout will not only promote close racing and overtaking but will also help develop and train young drivers.

Some of the infrastructure that has been set up at the track includes floodlights, a control room, and a holding area with charging facilities for electric go-karts. Drivers can choose from a range of karts, including ICE and electric. There are special karts for kids, while 2-seaters will be added soon.

MIKA will be open to the public for leisure activities and competitions. 

Source: Evo India