F1 star Mika Hakkinen to visit India (With Image)

New Delhi Nov 7 (IANS) Former F1 world champion Mika Hakkinen will be visiting India for a campaign to urge people never to drink and drive and he will also drive with winners of a contest in Mumbai and Gurugram.

Hakkinen will be here as the global responsible drinking ambassador of Johnnie Walker - The Journey.

Its #JOINTHEPACT campaign has been spearheaded by Hakkinen for 10 years and it is brought to life through F1 asking consumers from across the globe to make a commitment to never drink and drive through making a personal pledge.

"Driving a Formula 1 car is about staying in control. I believe that I have a responsibility as a driver and role model to help address the hugely important issue of responsible drinking. Johnnie Walker The Journey s #JOINTHEPACT is a commitment to staying in control and putting the safety of yourself your passengers and other people ahead of everything else " the Finnish great who retired from professional racing in 2001 said in a statement.

"It may sound simple but unfortunately there are still people who think it is acceptable to drink and drive and I am determined to do all I can to help change these attitudes. I appeal to all to make the choice to never drink and drive. We re confident that people will get the message and make a personal commitment to get home safely and join the pact " he added.

Hakkinen will drive with contest winners in Mumbai and drive around selected guests in Gurugram in the Caparo T1 supercar. In Gurugram at Ambience Island a mini motorsports carnival will be set up.

--IANS
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