MUMBAI: He may not have set the Formula One track on fire so far but corporate India is still interested in Narain Kartikeyan.

Textile and Apparel company Raymond has announced that it would fuel the aspirations of Karthikeyan. Raymond is all set to come on board as an additional sponsor to promote the Jordan Grand Prix driver for all the remaining races of this year's F1 season in the Brazilian, Japanese and Chinese Grand Prix.

 
Furthermore, Raymond is all set to spread the F1 fever and increase the popularity of the sport amongst Indians with a unique event that will bring Narain Karthikeyan and his F1 car for the first time in Mumbai.
 
 
Raymond chairmasn and MD Gautam Singhania said, "We are extremely proud of Narain's achievements. Thanks to his aspirations, India has been placed on the world's F1 map. It is a matter of national pride to lend a helping hand to a fellow Indian. In order to fuel the awareness of this sport, we are pleased to extend our support and encouragement in making his F1 dreams come true. Formula 1 racing is now a rage in India and it is a proud moment for all of us to see an Indian make his mark. We wish him every success and pledge our support in realising his dreams."
 
 
Kartikeyan said, "I am honoured to have the support of Raymond. My relationship with Gautam goes back many years. As a fellow motor sport enthusiast and challenger, I believe they truly understand the essence of the sport. Gautam has not only driven some of the world's fastest road cars but has also experienced the ultimate in racing by driving the Formula One car. We both have a lot of things in common, like our love for speed and racing. I am indebted to Gautam and the Raymond Group for extending their support as I complete my maiden F1 season."