Tesla Inc has signalled a major strategic shift in its approach to the challenging Indian market by appointing Sharad Agarwal , the former head of Lamborghini India, as its new country head. Agarwal, who began his role this week, is tasked with steering Tesla’s operations and sales strategy in the world’s most populous nation, marking a departure from the company’s previous remote management structure.

Agarwal’s appointment is viewed as a crucial step towards developing a more homegrown strategy in India. Prior to this, Tesla relied on a smaller local team managed remotely by executives in China and other regional hubs. By bringing in a seasoned automotive leader with deep local market knowledge, Tesla is looking to establish a strong, on-the-ground leadership presence.

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