The entry marks a close to a long-winding, topsy-turvy journey around Tesla’s touted entry in India’s nascent and slowly growing EV market, after the company criticised India for having high import duties.

Elon Musk's Tesla launches Model Y in India starting at $69,770 as it prepares to open its first showroom in Mumbai. The company aims to compete with luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the electric vehicle market amidst rising demand for EVs in the country.

Tesla, the world’s most prominent EV brand, launched its first showroom in India today, debuting with the Model Y — currently the world’s top-selling electric vehicle.

Tesla ( TSLA) officially launched in India on Tuesday, making a small bet on a country with massive growth potential.

With delivery estimated to start from the third quarter, Tesla will drive on to India's busy roads, targeting a niche premium EV segment that accounts for just 4% of overall sales in the world's third-largest car market.

Tesla's lower Model Y is priced at ₹59.9 lakh ex-showroom, while the long-range rear-wheel drive variant is priced at ₹67.9 lakh. Tesla also promises a free home charger for early buyers and charging stations in Mumbai,

Tesla has launched its journey in India with the introduction of its popular Model Y. The rear-wheel drive (RWD) variant of the Model Y is priced at Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The company has also unveiled the long-range RWD variant of the Model Y, priced at Rs 67.89 lakh.