Tesla created a stir soon after opening its first showroom and experience center in Mumbai. The very next day, Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik was the first to officially purchase the Model Y. Describing it as a “new achievement in green mobility”, he said that the vehicle of the future has now arrived in India. His purchase increased awareness about EVs among politicians and the general public and made the brand’s entry historic.

Did the business world also express confidence in Tesla?

Siddharth Jain, executive director of INOX Group, was already interested in Tesla technology. He bought a Tesla even before the brand officially came to India. He is considered one of the first business leaders in the country to embrace EVs with a vision of the future. This move shows that the industry is taking electric vehicles seriously and that this transition is not just a trend but a sound investment decision.

Why was Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s purchase in discussion?

PayTM CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma took Model Y from Tesla Delivery Center in Gurugram. Given his popularity in the tech and startup world, this purchase sparked intense debate on social media. The enthusiasm to adopt Tesla increased among young entrepreneurs and tech professionals. His move shows that the people of India’s high-tech class are now ready to adopt the machines of the future.

Is the sports world also moving towards EV now?

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma also recently bought a Tesla Model Y. He already has luxury cars, like Lamborghini Urus, but this time he chose an electric SUV. This indicates that celebrities are also turning to eco-friendly vehicles. Media reports gave a lot of coverage to his purchase, which made Tesla attractive to the common youth.

Did Bollywood also support EV?

Actor Riteish Deshmukh owns a Tesla Model X, which was gifted to him by his wife Genelia D’Souza. Although this car is not located in India, but in a left-hand drive country. His purchase also gave the Tesla brand recognition in the entertainment world. This made it clear that electric cars are now being liked not only among tech enthusiasts or businessmen but also among the people of the film industry.

At what price is Tesla Model Y available?

Tesla Model Y comes in two variants in India—₹59.89 lakh and ₹67.89 lakh (ex-showroom). This car is famous for its over-the-air updates, minimalist interior and strong range. Due to its practicality, curiosity increased among EV lovers. The high level of early customer confidence in it has sent a strong signal to the market that the EV sector in India is growing rapidly.

Will Tesla further fuel the buying wave?

These five prominent names who made early purchases of Tesla are working to eliminate doubts for the future EV market. Their adoption has increased confidence in new technology. Experts say that as the charging network becomes stronger, there will be a big jump in the demand for electric vehicles. These high-profile buyers not only bought cars, but also helped shape India’s automobile future.