Marking a major milestone in its global expansion, electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla is officially entering the Indian market with the launch of its first showroom in the country. The showroom will open on Tuesday morning at Maker Maxity Mall in Mumbai’s upscale Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC).
Tesla teased its arrival last week through its India-specific X (formerly Twitter) handle, sharing a post that read “Coming soon,” accompanied by a graphic indicating a July 2025 debut.
Although there has been long-standing speculation about Tesla’s manufacturing plans in India, Union Minister for Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy clarified in June that the company currently has no plans to set up a factory in the country. “They want to sell their car in India. There is no further development about Tesla,” he stated.
For now, Tesla appears focused on importing its premium electric vehicles and selling them through its new showroom network. The company has yet to disclose specific details about its long-term strategy or which models will be introduced first in India.
Earlier this year, Tesla began hiring for key roles in India, signaling accelerated groundwork for its market entry. CEO Elon Musk has repeatedly shown interest in investing in India, though he has cited high import duties as a significant barrier.
The Indian government’s recently announced EV policy — which includes reduced import duties and incentives for global EV manufacturers — is believed to have helped facilitate Tesla’s entry.
In April, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Elon Musk to discuss potential technological collaboration, following up on an earlier in-person meeting in the United States this February.
With its Mumbai showroom, Tesla is expected to gauge market interest and establish a foothold in India’s rapidly growing automotive sector, especially among urban consumers seeking luxury and sustainability in mobility.
