Who is Lavji Daliya? Surat businessman buys India's first Tesla Cybertruck, people call him 'badshah' | Company Business News

This past week, a Tesla Cybertruck became a focal point for Surat residents, with the vehicle noticed on roads and caused tremendous excitement. According to a report from the Indian Express, the vehicle, which was imported directly from Dubai, was purchased by a Surat-based businessman named Lavji Daliya. It is alleged that the Tesla Cybertruck purchased by Lavji Daliya is the first in India under Tesla’s Foundation series with limited edition. Daliya’s son Piyush told Indian Express that the car was in India for the first time. ‘This Kubertruck is the only one in India, according to what we have watched online. There is no such car imported to India, ‘he said through the newspaper. Piyush also said they received the delivery of the car a few days ago. “We discussed this car six months ago in the Tesla showroom in Texas in the US,” he said. According to the report, it is alleged that the base price of the Tesla Cybertruck in Surat is £ 60 Lakh. Here’s all you need to know about Lavji Dahiya, the Surat-based businessman who brought India’s first Tesla Cybertruck. Who is Lavji Daliya? Lavji Daliya, commonly known in Surat as Lavji Badshah, is a real estate mogul from the city. According to the Financial Express, Lavji Badshah is also a diamond trader and Power Loom owner in Surat. Lavji Daliya obtained the title of Badshah from the people of Surat because of his philanthropic work. Lavji Badshah is the owner of the Gopin Group, which consists of a real estate industry called Gopin developers, non-profit agency Gopin Foundation and the investment company Gopin Ventures. “Gopin Group is committed to creating a lasting impact through our different portfolio of businesses, organizations and foundations. From innovative businesses to impactful humanitarian projects,” according to the company’s website. The introduction of his Facebook profile says: “Lavjibhai D. Daliya is known by the name -” Badshah “in Gujarat because of his social service”. He also has a photo with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his Instagram. According to his LinkedIn profile, Lavji Daliya attributes his success to his qualities such as onesty, gratitude and forgiveness. “His belief in the upliftment of society has the potential to contribute to the development of a nation. Helping Hand and Savior to Multiple People at the same time make him Badshah in everyone’s life,” he adds. First published: 27 Apr 2025, 10:54 IST