Elon Musk to Meet with Indian Prime Minister Modi as Tesla Eyes Expansion into India

The upcoming meeting coincides with India's general elections, highlighting potential strategic partnerships and economic implications.

Elon Musk's planned visit to India aligns with the country's general elections, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is expected to win.
Tesla's interest in India includes potential factory setups and learning about lithium reserves, crucial for electric vehicles.
India has recently lowered import tariffs on foreign cars to attract companies like Tesla, amidst a global slowdown in auto sales.
U.S. tech giants like Apple and Google have shown support for Modi, enhancing his political and economic stature ahead of the elections.
Foreign direct investment in India has surged, with significant inflows in 2023, contrasting with outflows from China.