Overview
Bani Yadav is an Indian motorsports driver known for her participation in rallying events in India. She is among the small number of women drivers to have competed at the national level in Indian motorsport, and has taken part in cross-country and rally raid formats.
Key facts
| Name | Bani Yadav |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Motorsport (rallying) |
| Discipline | Cross-country rally / rally raid |
Background
Indian motorsport has historically had a small but growing community of women competitors, and Bani Yadav is part of this group. National-level rallying in India is governed by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), which sanctions championships across formats including circuit racing, rallying, autocross, and cross-country events.
Career
Bani Yadav has competed in Indian rallying events, taking part in cross-country rally formats that involve multi-stage navigation across varied terrain. Such events in India include the Raid de Himalaya and the Indian National Rally Championship calendar, where male and female drivers typically compete in the same categories.
Significance
Her presence on the national rallying circuit contributes to the visibility of women in Indian motorsport, a discipline where female participation has traditionally been limited. Drivers in this segment often serve as reference points for newer entrants pursuing careers in competitive driving in India.
Related topics
- Motorsport in India
- Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India
- Indian National Rally Championship
- Raid de Himalaya
- Women in Indian motorsport
References
- Wikidata: Q25753482