PM Modi speaks to Elon Musk, explores India-US collaboration in tech & innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a conversation with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, discussing a range of subjects with a particular focus on potential collaboration in technology and innovation between India and the United States.

Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi shared details of his interaction, highlighting their continued engagement following a previous meeting in Washington DC.

“Spoke to Elon Musk and talked about various issues, including the topics we covered during our meeting in Washington DC earlier this year. We discussed the immense potential for collaboration in the areas of technology and innovation. India remains committed to advancing our partnerships with the US in these domains,” the Prime Minister wrote.

Spoke to @elonmusk and talked about various issues, including the topics we covered during our meeting in Washington DC earlier this year. We discussed the immense potential for collaboration in the areas of technology and innovation. India remains committed to advancing our…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 18, 2025

The interaction comes amid growing interest from global tech giants in India's expanding digital ecosystem and innovation-driven growth. Musk has previously expressed keen interest in India's market, particularly for Tesla's entry and satellite-based internet services through Starlink.

The renewed dialogue signals India's commitment to strengthening global partnerships in transformative sectors that are shaping the future.