In a landmark move, Tesla India Motors and Energy Pvt Ltd has signed a 9-year lease for a 33,475 sq ft industrial-retail space at Orchid Business Park on Sohna Road, Gurugram, as reported. This marks the EV giant’s first integrated delivery hub, service centre, and customer-facing store in the Delhi-NCR region, suggesting Tesla is ready to go all in on India’s electric vehicle market. The move comes at a time when India is pushing hard for EV adoption, with both state and central governments rolling out policy incentives, expanding charging infrastructure, and encouraging global investment. With this lease, Tesla is signalling more than just a commercial presence, it’s making a calculated commitment to long-term growth, service accessibility, and localisation in a market expected to see exponential EV growth over the next decade.
Tesla signs 9-year lease in Gurugram at Rs 40 lakh/month for EV hub
The property is strategically located near the Sohna Elevated Road and NH-48, offering excellent road connectivity and accessibility for future EV customers. With a monthly rent of around Rs 40.17 lakh and a lock-in period of three years, Tesla has also paid a security deposit of Rs 2.41 crore as reported by PTI. The lease comes with a 4.75% annual escalation clause, indicating a serious long-term commitment.This Gurugram facility will serve as a retail and service flagship in the north, complementing Tesla’s existing operations in Mumbai. The location was likely chosen for its mix of commercial viability, space flexibility, and visibility in a rapidly developing auto and IT district. Orchid Business Park is already home to several high-profile tenants, and Tesla’s entry is expected to elevate the area’s profile further. Sohna Road itself has evolved into a commercial hotspot, with several tech parks, office spaces, and automobile showrooms already present. Infrastructure upgrades like the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway and the Sohna Elevated Road have only added to the appeal, transforming southern Gurugram into a key real estate and business corridor.
Tesla targets India’s EV boom with strategic Gurugram investment
Tesla’s investment here indicates more than just a real estate transaction, it reflects confidence in India’s potential as a key EV market. With rising government support, improving EV infrastructure, and a growing urban consumer base, India is becoming increasingly attractive for global EV players. The company’s physical presence could also encourage supporting industries, boost local employment, and accelerate EV adoption in the region. Choosing Gurugram, a tech-forward city, reflects Tesla’s strategy to place its operations in an area that caters to early adopters of new technology, affluent buyers, and a growing environmentally conscious demographic.
