The second Formula E race in India was due to take place on 10 February but the event was cast in doubt last week after the championship acknowledged it was "seeking urgent clarification" after receiving a letter sent by the new Government of Telangana that "could impact the Hyderabad race".
It was confirmed on Friday by Formula E that the race would not be taking place, citing this was "following a decision by the Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department (MAUD), under the control of the Government of Telangana, not to fulfil the Host City Agreement".
Alberto Longo, co-founder and chief championship officer of Formula E, said: "We are extremely disappointed for the huge motorsport fanbase in India.
"We know that hosting an official motorsport world championship race is an important and prestigious occasion for Hyderabad and the whole country.
"The President of the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), Akbar Ebrahim, and his team have been incredibly supportive in bringing Formula E back to Hyderabad.
"They share our disappointment in the decision of the Government of Telangana which means that will not happen.”
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Source: Autosport