India's Wealth Soars with 358 Billionaires, Including Tech and Real Estate Titans
India has recorded a record 358 billionaires, with significant growth in the tech and real estate sectors. The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 highlights the wealth of self-made entrepreneurs and emerging tech leaders, adding 58 new billionaires this year.
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Chairperson of HCLTech, Ms. Roshni Nadar Malhotra, enters the top three as India’s richest woman with Rs. 2,84,000 crore (US$ 32 billion), while CEO and co-founder of Perplexity AI, Mr. Aravind Srinivas, 31, became the youngest billionaire at Rs. 21,190 crore (US$ 2.39 billion).
The list highlights India’s emerging tech billionaires, self-made entrepreneurs, and real estate leaders, with 58 new billionaires added this year, averaging one per week. The combined wealth of India’s richest reached Rs. 1,67,00,000 crore (US$ 1.88 trillion), nearly half of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), with Mumbai leading the count at 451 listers.
Notable gainers include Niraj Bajaj & family, whose fortune jumped 43%, and Indian actor, film producer, and television personality, Mr. Shah Rukh Khan, making his billionaire debut at Rs. 12,490 crore (US$ 1.41 billion).
The rapid growth in wealth is a testament to India’s dynamic economy and the entrepreneurial spirit of its business leaders. The tech sector, in particular, has seen significant advancements, with young entrepreneurs like Aravind Srinivas making their mark on the global stage. Real estate continues to be a robust sector, with many developers and investors reaping the benefits of India’s growing urban population and infrastructure development.
Mumbai, the financial capital of India, remains the hub for wealth creation, hosting the highest number of billionaires. The city’s strategic location, coupled with its robust financial and business infrastructure, makes it an ideal environment for entrepreneurs and investors.
The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s wealthiest individuals and highlights the diverse sectors contributing to India’s economic growth. From traditional industries like manufacturing and real estate to emerging sectors like technology and entertainment, the list showcases the breadth and depth of India’s economic landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025?
Mr. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited, leads the list with a family wealth of Rs. 9,50,000 crore (US$ 107 billion).
How many new billionaires were added to the list in 2025?
58 new billionaires were added to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025, averaging one per week.
Who is the youngest billionaire on the list?
Aravind Srinivas, the CEO and co-founder of Perplexity AI, is the youngest billionaire on the list at 31 years old, with a wealth of Rs. 21,190 crore (US$ 2.39 billion).
What is the combined wealth of India’s richest individuals?
The combined wealth of India’s richest individuals reached Rs. 1,67,00,000 crore (US$ 1.88 trillion), nearly half of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Which city has the highest number of billionaires in India?
Mumbai leads the count with 451 billionaires on the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025.
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