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Tesla set to start operations in India next year, says Nitin Gadkari

The Road, Transport and Highways minister has been pushing for green fuel and electric vehicles for cutting India's huge Rs 8 lakh crore crude imports

Elon Musk. Photo: Reuters
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Tesla Inc. co-founder and chief executive Elon Musk had in October said the company will enter the Indian market in 2021. Photo: Reuters

Press Trust of India
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said American electric car major Tesla is set to start its operations in India next year and would also look at setting up of a manufacturing unit based on demand.

The Road, Transport and Highways minister has been pushing for green fuel and electric vehicles for cutting India's huge Rs 8 lakh crore crude imports.

Tesla Inc. co-founder and chief executive Elon Musk had in October said the company will enter the Indian market in 2021.

"American auto major Tesla will have its distribution facility (sale centres) for its cars in India from next year and considering