Sat Apr 19 09:41:59 UTC 2025: ## Musk Confirms India Trip After Phone Call with PM Modi
**NEW DELHI/SAN FRANCISCO** – Tech billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed plans to visit India later this year, following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The announcement, made via X (formerly Twitter), comes after several postponed trips and signals a strengthening of US-India technological collaboration amidst growing global economic tensions.
The two leaders discussed furthering cooperation in technology and innovation, echoing themes from PM Modi’s Washington visit earlier this year. These areas include space exploration, mobility solutions, and technological advancements. PM Modi emphasized India’s commitment to expanding partnerships with the US in these sectors.
Musk’s visit holds significant weight, given Tesla’s burgeoning interest in the Indian market and Starlink’s efforts to overcome regulatory hurdles for its satellite internet service. Tesla is actively expanding its presence in India, securing office space in Mumbai and Delhi, and hopes to benefit from a potential US-India trade deal that could lead to improved tariffs on electric vehicles.
The timing of the call is notable, coinciding with heightened US-China trade tensions. Musk’s business interests in India, coupled with the ongoing discussions about technological collaboration, suggest a strategic move to strengthen ties between the two nations. Union Minister Piyush Goyal recently met with Starlink executives to further discuss investment plans in India, highlighting the growing momentum. The booming Indian market, particularly in internet usage, social media, and fintech, makes it a highly attractive prospect for Musk’s ventures.
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