What happened?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Tesla CEO Elon Musk on April 18, reaffirming India’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the United States in technology and innovation. Modi shared on X that the discussion built upon topics covered during their meeting in Washington earlier this year, including space, mobility, and digital reform. The conversation comes amid reports of Tesla’s possible market entry into India and growing U.S. interest in satellite-based services.
Why it matters to India
The dialogue underscores India’s strategic push to attract high-tech investments and strengthen its innovation ecosystem through global partnerships. As Tesla and Starlink eye India for expansion, the government’s outreach to Elon Musk signals readiness to integrate cutting-edge technologies into sectors like mobility, satellite internet, and space. Such engagements align with India’s vision of becoming a global tech hub while improving digital access, especially in rural and disaster-prone regions.
