After weeks of anticipation, the first Apple Store in India was opened today, April 18, at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. The store was inaugurated by Apple CEO Tim Cook and marks the first store in India designed and maintained by Apple itself. The Apple Store will serve not only as a retail point, but also as an experience hub and space to educate consumers about Apple products and the latest hardware and software upgrades. Check below for what to expect from the Apple Store.
This occasion also marks the first visit of Apple CEO since 2016. Yesterday, April 17, Cook tweeted an image from BKC apple store along with the staff. He tweeted, “Hi, Mumbai! We can’t wait to welcome our customers to the new Apple BKC tomorrow.”
The Apple Store opened to the public at 11 a.m. today. People can come and visit it afterwards. However, do not expect a large crowd.
The first Apple Store opens today
At the Apple Store, customers will be able to stop by to explore the latest Apple product line, find creative inspiration, and receive personalized service and support from the store’s well-equipped staff. .
According to Apple, the store will hold a special event called “Mumbai Rising” that will run from today until the end of summer. The company announced that during the event, it will bring visitors, local artists, and creators together and offer free sessions showcasing Apple products, services, and activities. practices that celebrate the local community and culture.
Apple Store BKC will also become an energy-efficient commercial unit with a dedicated solar array and independent of fossil fuel for store operations. Apple claims the store is carbon-neutral, running on 100% renewable energy.
“At Apple, our customers are at the heart of everything we do and team Very excited to join them in celebrating this amazing moment as we open our first retail store in India. Apple BKC reflects Mumbai’s vibrant culture and brings together the best of Apple in a beautiful, welcoming space for connection and community,” said Deirdre O’Brien, senior vice president of retail at Apple BKC. Apple said.
