Tesla has made its long-awaited entry into India with the opening of its first showroom — nine years after CEO Elon Musk first teased the move in April 2016 and following years of delays and shifting timelines in one of the world’s largest automotive markets.

Musk has talked about India for years. This time, the groundwork is finally being laid. The next few months will show if this is the start of something lasting.

Tesla inaugurated its first showroom in India on Tuesday, located in Mumbai. The launch was followed by a dramatic showcase on Wednesday when Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde drove a Tesla car into the state legislature premises,

Tesla’s long-awaited India debut comes as the government considers lowering EV import duties in a U.S. trade deal.

With its sales cratering in the West, the electric vehicle giant is making a high-stakes pivot to the world's third-largest auto market.

Tesla has officially launched its India debut with the inauguration of its Mumbai showroom by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The company unveiled its Model Y, highlighting Maharashtra's supportive EV policy and infrastructure.

The Tesla Model Y Pearl White Multi-Coat RWD costs Rs 62,02,640 in Delhi and Rs 62,03,140 in Mumbai. While the RWD Long Range is priced at Rs 70,10,640 in Delhi and 70,11,140 in Mumbai.

Tesla has officially opened bookings for the Model Y in India, marking a milestone moment for the country’s EV landscape. The company has partnered with Liberty and ACKO to offer seamless, next-gen insurance solutions tailored for its high-performance electric vehicles.