India created a billionaire every week in 2 years

India's billionaire count reached a record 358 in 2025, with 58 new entrants, as per the Hurun India Rich List. Their combined net worth is $2.01 trillion, equivalent to half of India’s GDP. Mukesh Ambani tops the list with $115 billion, followed by Gautam Adani at $98 billion. Roshni Nadar Malhotra is the first woman in the top three. Startups contributed 97 billionaires, highlighting India’s economic diversification.

India has reached a significant milestone in wealth creation, with the country’s billionaire count surpassing 350 for the very first time. According to the latest Hurun India Rich List 2025, 58 new billionaires emerged this year, bringing the total number to an impressive 358. Remarkably, the report highlights that India has consistently created a billionaire every two weeks over the past two years.

The combined net worth of these billionaires stands at a staggering $2.01 trillion in 2025 (₹167 lakh crore). This marks a 5% year-on-year growth in wealth, a figure that surpasses Spain's total GDP and is equivalent to nearly half of India’s GDP.

The Titans of Wealth

At the pinnacle of the list is Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, with a net worth of $115 billion (₹9.55 lakh crore). This places him not only at the top in India but also among the wealthiest globally. Reliance Industries, a conglomerate with interests spanning energy, telecom, retail, and technology, has cemented Ambani’s position as India’s wealthiest individual.

Following closely is Gautam Adani, head of the diversified Adani Group, with a fortune of $98 billion (₹8.15 lakh crore). Adani’s business empire includes ventures in ports, energy, logistics, and infrastructure, securing his place as the second-richest individual in the country.

In a significant development, Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, became the first woman to break into the top three, with a wealth of $34 billion (₹2.84 lakh crore).

The Top 10 Indian Billionaires

Here’s a snapshot of the wealthiest individuals in India and the industries they dominate:

1. Mukesh Ambani and family – $115 billion (₹9.55 lakh crore) (Reliance Industries: energy, telecom, retail, technology)

   
   

2. Gautam Adani – $98 billion (₹8.15 lakh crore) (Adani Group: ports, energy, logistics, infrastructure)

   
   

3. Roshni Nadar Malhotra – $34 billion (₹2.84 lakh crore) (HCL Technologies: IT services)

   
   

4. Cyrus S. Poonawalla – $29 billion (₹2.46 lakh crore) (Serum Institute of India: vaccine manufacturing)

   
   

5. Kumar Mangalam Birla – $28 billion (₹2.33 lakh crore) (Aditya Birla Group: diversified industries)

   
   

6. Dilip Shanghvi – $28 billion (₹2.31 lakh crore) (Sun Pharmaceutical Industries: pharmaceuticals)

   
   

7. Niraj Bajaj – $28 billion (₹2.30 lakh crore) (Bajaj Group: diversified industries)

   
   

8. Azim Premji and family – $27 billion (₹2.21 lakh crore) (Wipro: IT services)

   
   

9. Gopichand Hinduja and family – $23 billion (₹1.85 lakh crore) (Hinduja Group: diversified industries)

   
   

10. Radhakishan Damani and family – $22 billion (₹1.83 lakh crore) (DMart: retail)

Rising Stars in India’s Startup Ecosystem

The report also underscores the growing influence of India’s startup ecosystem in wealth creation. A total of 97 startup founders have now crossed the $1 billion net worth mark, with 46 of them making their debut on the list this year.

Among these, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, founder of Paytm, reclaimed his billionaire status in 2025 with a net worth of $192 million (₹15,930 crore). Additionally, Zepto’s co-founders, Kaivalya Vohra (22) and Aadit Palicha (23), have made headlines as the youngest billionaires in India.

A Wealthy Horizon

India’s billionaire story is one of rapid growth and diversification, reflecting the country’s expanding economic footprint. With industries ranging from traditional sectors like energy and infrastructure to cutting-edge technology and startups, the list showcases the dynamic nature of India’s wealth creators.

As the country continues to develop, the rise of billionaires signals not just economic prosperity but also the shifting paradigms of entrepreneurship and innovation in India.