Tesla may not reach Indian shores this summer

In a massive disappointment for many Tesla fans in the country, the much-awaited Tesla's debut or the electric car revolution in India may have been indefinitely postponed. Though Tesla CEO Elon Musk had hoped to launch the Tesla Model 3 electric car in India in 2017, it appears the plan may have hit a road block due to component supply issues.

In a reply to a query about the company’s plans for entry into India, Musk said, "Maybe I'm misinformed, but I was told that 30 percent of parts must be locally sourced and the supply doesn't yet exist in India to support that."

@TheAvinashSingh Maybe I'm misinformed, but I was told that 30% of parts must be locally sourced and the supply doesn't yet exist in India to support that.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 22, 2017

We aren't sure if the 30 percent locally sourced clause was a condition put up by the Indian government for Tesla to set up shop in India.

The Tesla Model 3 is the most affordable car in the company’s lineup. It’s priced at $35,000 (roughly Rs 23 lakh). The Tesla Model S is a luxury sedan and that’s priced at $66,000 (roughly Rs 43 lakh).

As for when will be the official debut, we will keep you posted.