Formula Karting is back with the third edition of Drift N Drunch, powered by Axis Bank, with Mahindra Holidays as the Travel Partner and District by Zomato as the Official Ticketing Partner, bringing its high-energy motorsport and lifestyle experience to Pune with the Pune Karting Cup on 13th and 14th June 2026. Booking Link: Drift N Drunch Event Link
Blending competitive motorsport with entertainment, music, food, hospitality, and community experiences, the event by Prasuk Jain Hospitality Pvt Ltd promises an immersive atmosphere for racing enthusiasts, young audiences, creators, and social communities alike.
The Pune Karting Cup will feature over 100+ racers competing across four categories in a professionally structured championship format comprising qualifying rounds, heats, and finals, supported by live leaderboards and race commentary.
The event experience will include:
- Live Karting Championship
- PlayStation 5 & Racing Simulator Zone
- FIFA battles
- Live DJ Performances
- Live Food Stations
- Premium Bar Experience
- Cheerleaders & Live Entertainment
- Predict & Win Exciting Gifts
- Creator Meetups & Community Vibes
The event will be hosted by Sai Shiva Sankaran and Akshat Misra, two of India’s rising motorsport talents with national and international racing credentials, alongside Ravivar Racing Club — a community founded by Harsh Walawalkar and Yaquta Bootwala.
Recognised as one of India’s fastest-growing motorsport communities, Ravivar Racing Club is making karting more accessible, social, and beginner-friendly. From Mumbai to Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, and beyond, the community is redefining motorsport culture through inclusive, community-led racing experiences and events.
Sai, a JK Tyre and MRF Championship podium finisher and the youngest pole sitter in Indian F4, will mentor participants with racecraft insights spanning karting to single-seater racing. Akshat, a Vice National Karting Champion and World Motorsport Games representative with multiple national and international podium finishes, will guide racers on strategy, performance, and advanced racing techniques.
Supported by the Maratha Esports Association through an exclusive activity zone featuring PS5 gaming and professional racing simulators, the event celebrates the rising popularity of experiential motorsport culture in India and positions itself as one of the country’s most exciting youth and motorsport festivals of 2026.
Event Details:
Venue: Formula Karting Pune- The Mills, Raja Bahadur City Centre, Balkrishna Sakharam Dhole Patil Rd, Sangamvadi, Pune
Date: 13th – 14th June 2026
Time: 11 AM Onwards
About the Brand
Formula Karting Official Website
Formula Karting is India’s fastest go-karting facility, designed to deliver the adrenaline of racing while adhering to the highest safety standards. With the vision of building an inclusive motorsport community, its circuits are paired with premium paddock hospitality experiences that are redefining the Indian karting ecosystem.
The brand is the brainchild of Prasuk Jain Hospitality Pvt Ltd and operates premier karting facilities in Noida and Pune. As part of Prasuk Jain Hospitality Pvt Ltd’s diverse portfolio spanning luxury, gaming, entertainment, dining, and nightlife, Formula Karting is reshaping the Indian motorsport experience.
Its globally inspired tracks feature state-of-the-art SodiKarts powered by Honda engines, offering an immersive and high-adrenaline experience for enthusiasts, racers, and first-time drivers alike.
