​Tesla India launch: CM Fadnavis unveils Model Y at Mumbai showroom, explores interior — in pics​

Tesla made its long-awaited debut in India by opening its first showroom in Mumbai’s upscale Bandra-Kurla Complex on Tuesday. This marks a historic step as the EV giant enters the world’s third-largest automotive market. (Image: AP)

At the launch, CM Devendra Fadnavis called Tesla's arrival in Mumbai a bold statement of innovation and sustainability. He said Mumbai was the right city for Tesla and praised the brand as a symbol of clean, intelligent mobility. (Image: X/ Dev_Fadnavis)

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, alongside Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, unveiled the first-ever Tesla Model Y in India at the new Mumbai showroom. The launch marks Tesla’s official entry into the Indian automobile landscape. (Image: X/ PratapSarnaik)

Tesla will start with imports of the popular Model Y SUV. Priced at ₹6.78 million, the long-range, rear-wheel drive version will be the first EV sold in India—deliveries begin in Q3 of 2025. (Image: X/ PratapSarnaik)

Transport minister Pratap Sarnaik shared a post on X that Tesla's first showroom launch in Mumbai marks a proud moment, reflecting Maharashtra’s progressive policies. He praised Mumbai’s rise as a tech hub and called the event a historic milestone for the state. (Image: X/ airnews_pune)

CM Devendra Fadnavis shared his experience on X after a guided walkthrough of Tesla’s first-ever Experience Centre. Isabel Fan, Senior Regional Director, showcased the Model Y’s advanced features and briefed him on Tesla’s innovations in electric mobility and sustainable technology. (Images: X/ Dev_Fadnavis)

CM Devendra Fadnavis was seen seated inside the newly launched Tesla model Y, exploring its advanced features and futuristic dashboard. The sleek interior, rear touchscreen, ambient lighting, and acoustic glass cabin were prominently showcased during the demonstration. (Images: X/ Dev_Fadnavis)

During his visit to the Tesla Experience Centre in Mumbai, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was presented with a detailed overview of Tesla’s vision and upcoming innovations for India by Isabel Fan, Tesla’s Senior Regional Director. (Images: X/ PratapSarnaik)

Tesla India shared on X that the newly launched Model Y in India features a sleek redesign, improved aerodynamics, ambient lighting, acoustic glass, rear touchscreen, and advanced connectivity—offering up to 622 km of range and over 2,130L of space. (Images: X/ Dev_Fadnavis)