If you are a book lover in India and use a Kindle, you might have noticed something strange recently. The reliable e-reader is nowhere to be found on the Amazon India website. A quick search turns up accessories, but the tools themselves are missing. What’s going on?

Interestingly, you can still find the Kindle in some offline stores like Reliance Digital. However, industry insiders suggest that this may just be leftover stock. There has been no sign of new inventory, raising questions over the future of the Kindle in India.

Is Amazon discontinuing Kindle in India?

Globally, Amazon is busy revamping its Kindle lineup. Earlier this year, it launched four brand new models with vibrant color displays – a first for the series. Usually, Amazon doesn’t delay much in bringing its latest devices to India, but this time, things look different. Adding to the mystery, Amazon has removed the previous generation Kindle devices from its Indian website, something it had not done before. Previously, older models were often available even after the launch of new versions. The unusual move has led to speculation whether Amazon is rethinking its Kindle strategy for India.

The last Kindle in India was launched in 2022

The last Kindle officially introduced in the Indian market was back in 2022 – an upgraded version of the entry-level model launched in 2019, which was priced at Rs 9,999. Since then, there has been complete silence on the new launch. While other markets enjoy the latest features, Indian Kindle fans are left wondering if the beloved e-reader has been sidelined here.

When India Today Tech reached out to Amazon to understand the fate of the Kindle, the company was nervous. Although it declined to elaborate, Amazon India suggested that the Kindle’s status in India is temporary. An Amazon India spokesperson said, “We regret that Kindle e-readers are temporarily unavailable. Please keep an eye on our Amazon.in page for any updates regarding Kindle availability. Thank you for your understanding.”

This clarification suggests that the absence of Kindles on the Indian site may not be permanent, but it does not provide any timeline for their return.

For now, if you’re in the market for a Kindle, your best bet may be to search for offline retailers or consider global shipping options — though both come with challenges. Or perhaps you could consider importing other e-readers like Kobo and Onyx if you can find them at a good price and free shipping.