Tesla makes its official entry to India

Bengaluru: Tesla, US electric car giant finally made its entry in India and was warmly welcomed by Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa to the country and to his state.

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An R&D unit has been set up by the carmaker in Bengaluru.

While confirming the entry of Tesla in India, Mr Yediyurappa tweeted: "Karnataka will lead India's journey towards Green Mobility. Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Tesla will soon start its operations in India with an R&D unit in Bengaluru. I welcome Elon Musk to India and Karnataka and wish him all the very best."

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Apart from Karnataka, Elon Musk is in talks with five other state governments to set up operations in the country.

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Tesla Motors India and Energy Private Limited was incorporated on January 8 with its registered office in Bengaluru, a hub for several global technology companies.