Apple iPhone 17 Launch in India: Massive Queues in Delhi & Mumbai, Scuffle Reported at BKC

Delhi Desk: The much-anticipated Apple iPhone 17 series finally went on sale in India today, drawing huge crowds at Apple Stores across Delhi and Mumbai. Long queues formed outside retail outlets from early morning, with thousands of eager customers waiting to get their hands on the new device.

At Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) Apple Store, excitement turned chaotic when a minor scuffle broke out among customers in line, forcing security personnel to step in and restore order.

Key Highlights from Launch Day
City Location What Happened
Delhi Select Citywalk Mall & other Apple Stores Hundreds of customers queued up from dawn to buy the iPhone 17
Mumbai BKC Apple Store (Jio Centre) Massive crowd, pushing and shoving, security intervention required

One Apple fan, Aman , said:

“I travel every year just for this launch. I’ve been waiting outside since 5 AM.”

iPhone 17 Series Features & Availability

Powered by the latest A19 Bionic chip with advanced AI features under Apple Intelligence.

Runs on iOS 26, offering better performance and smarter personalization.

Available across Apple’s official stores in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, as well as online through Apple’s website, authorized resellers, and e-commerce platforms.

Why the Launch Matters

Demonstrates Apple’s growing customer base in India and strong brand loyalty.

AI-powered updates make the iPhone 17 a major upgrade for tech enthusiasts.

Despite Day 1 chaos, the overwhelming demand highlights Apple’s dominance in the premium smartphone market.

Tips for Buyers

Pre-book or reserve your device to avoid long waiting hours.

Check official prices and offers only through Apple and authorized retailers.

Consider online orders to skip store rush and potential security issues.