Top 10 Richest Persons in India July 2025

Meet Top 10 Richest Persons in India in July 2025 — from Ambani’s empire to Jindal’s legacy. Discover surprising stories, wealth jumps, and what fuels these tycoons’ billions.

What’s the story

India’s billionaire list is out for July 2025, and it’s as dramatic as a Bollywood plot twist. Mukesh Ambani still holds the crown, but others are catching up fast—some with quiet determination, others with bold moves. This isn’t just about fat bank balances. It’s a mirror to India’s booming industries—tech, energy, pharma, and retail. The big takeaway? Family legacies, bold risks, and desi resilience still rule. From Savitri Jindal’s remarkable rise to Adani’s comeback journey, each name here has a tale behind the numbers. Forbes and other top sources reveal that India now has over 200 billionaires, with the richest 10 alone worth a whopping $386 billion combined. That’s more than the GDP of several countries! So, grab a chai, and let’s explore how these moguls climbed to the very top—and stayed there, year after year.

Mukesh Ambani leads with $115.3 billion—his richest rank ever

Reliance Industries, once just an oil-to-telecom empire, is now a tech-and-green-energy juggernaut. Mukesh Ambani, 67, has transformed his father’s legacy into India’s largest private-sector company, creating over 3.8 lakh jobs. His telecom brainchild, Jio, changed how we use the internet. His 2025 push into AI and EV battery storage brought him into Forbes’ global $100B club—the only Asian there! From launching India’s largest 5G rollout to planning JioAI voice assistants in 11 Indian languages, Ambani’s eye for future-proofing is unmatched. In fact, Jio Financial, his latest spin-off, grew 34% in just six months. A classic story of blending old-school business acumen with new-age disruption.

Gautam Adani’s $67B comeback is a rollercoaster worth reading

After the 2023 Hindenburg controversy shook his empire, many thought Gautam Adani was done. But here he is, at #2 in India, worth $67 billion in July 2025. How? Smart diversification. Adani doubled down on data centers, green hydrogen, and logistics. His Mundra Port handled a record 150 million metric tonnes this year—an Indian first. Adani Green is now India’s top solar power generator, with 15.4 GW capacity. Despite legal clouds, he gained investor confidence with quarterly profits up by 29%. Even rivals admire his bounce-back. His journey isn’t just about numbers—it’s about grit, timing, and sheer belief.

Shiv Nadar’s quiet climb shows tech is still king

At $38 billion, Shiv Nadar is back in India’s top 3 richest. The HCL founder might stay out of the limelight, but his impact is massive. HCL Tech’s move into generative AI and cloud services helped revenue cross ₹1.3 lakh crore in FY25, with a 21% net profit margin. Under daughter Roshni’s leadership, HCL expanded to 60+ countries, making 2025 its most profitable year yet. Nadar also gave ₹3,200 crore to education and art—India’s largest private donation this year. A man of few words, big vision, and silent transformation.

Quick Fact Box

• Only one woman—Savitri Jindal—made the top 10 this year
• Ambani’s wealth equals India’s entire defence budget
• D-Mart’s Radhakishan Damani started as a stockbroker in the 1980s
• Adani’s green push is now bigger than his coal business
• Shiv Nadar was once a calculator salesman before HCL happened

Savitri Jindal’s $37.3B legacy leads India’s richest women

Matriarch of the Jindal Group, Savitri Jindal, 74, is now the fourth richest Indian and the wealthiest woman in the country. In 2025, her family’s O.P. Jindal Group posted a record ₹2.7 lakh crore revenue, thanks to booming infrastructure and renewable energy demands. What’s remarkable is how she held the family together after husband Om Prakash’s death, delegating business among her four sons while maintaining unity. Her wealth rose 42% from last year—a huge jump driven by Jindal Steel’s exports and Jindal Power’s IPO. A rare example of strength, family values, and steel-sharp strategy.

Dilip Shanghvi’s pharma magic keeps paying off

Sun Pharma’s Dilip Shanghvi is worth $26.4 billion today. That’s partly because Sun Pharma’s generic drug exports grew 19% globally in FY25, especially in the US and Latin America. Shanghvi’s success story is classic: he borrowed ₹10,000 from his dad to start Sun in 1983. Now, it’s India’s largest pharma firm, with over 2,600 products in more than 100 countries. He’s also pushing into biotech and digital diagnostics, investing ₹1,000 crore in AI-assisted treatment tools this year. A dose of old-fashioned patience with high-tech ambition—that’s Shanghvi’s style.

Cyrus Poonawalla’s $25.1B bet on global health paid off

From Pune to the world, Cyrus Poonawalla’s Serum Institute remains the world’s largest vaccine maker. Post-COVID, some thought the momentum would slow—but in 2025, he proved them wrong. The Institute launched 4 new vaccines, including one for dengue and another for cervical cancer, with WHO approval. Exports hit a record 2.4 billion doses in FY25. Poonawalla’s net worth of $25.1B is also driven by partnerships with African and Latin American governments. His business is saving lives—and making billions doing it. Not a bad combo, right?

Kumar Birla’s calm rise with ₹22.2B feels like chess, not cricket

Aditya Birla Group’s Kumar Mangalam Birla might not grab headlines like Ambani or Adani, but his ₹22.2 billion fortune speaks volumes. In 2025, the group saw major growth in cement, telecom (through Vi), and financial services. UltraTech became India’s largest cement exporter, while Birla Sun Life’s digital wealth app crossed 10 million users. He also opened India’s largest family business school in Mumbai this year. A silent strategist who plays the long game, Birla’s climb shows how consistency still counts.

Lakshmi Mittal’s steel story is still red hot

At $18.7B, Lakshmi Mittal of ArcelorMittal proves old-school industries still pack a punch. Even in 2025, steel demand remains high, especially in emerging markets. Mittal’s European and Indian operations posted combined revenue of ₹5.4 lakh crore, boosted by eco-friendly steel tech. He invested ₹9,000 crore in green furnaces in Gujarat—Asia’s largest such project. From rural Rajasthan to global boardrooms, Mittal’s journey remains one of the most inspiring in Indian business lore.

Retail Brain
Radhakishan Damani turned DMart into every Indian’s go-to store

Damani, worth $18.3 billion, is the most grounded billionaire on this list. He still visits DMart stores himself and avoids media glare. In 2025, DMart opened its 450th store, with profits rising 18% despite inflation. What’s the magic? Affordable prices, efficient supply chains, and loyal staff. A ₹5 product at DMart can compete with ₹20 options elsewhere. He also donated ₹1,200 crore to Indian state schools this year. Quiet, humble, and wildly effective—that’s Damani for you.

Kushal Pal Singh’s DLF ride ends with a view from the top

At 93, KP Singh is India’s oldest billionaire in the top 10, worth $18.1B. He built Gurgaon from scratch. In 2025, DLF saw its best-ever quarterly revenue—₹9,200 crore—thanks to a luxury real estate boom in NCR and Mumbai. Singh’s legacy also includes launching India’s first smart residential township. His daughter Renuka Singh is now the vice chairperson, taking over operations. His wealth isn’t just about buildings—it’s about shaping city skylines and dreams alike.

“Success is rented. And the rent is due every day.” – KP Singh, in a 2021 interview, still relevant in 2025.

Key Takeaways

• Ambani tops the list with $115.3B—his strongest year yet
• Women like Savitri Jindal are breaking billionaire stereotypes
• Pharma, tech, and retail are India’s new wealth engines
• Quiet billionaires (Damani, Shanghvi) show humility still wins
• Comebacks (Adani) are real and inspiring
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