India, one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, is home to several billionaires who have carved their names in the annals of global wealth. Among these, Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani stand out as titans of industry and commerce, each wielding immense influence and commanding vast fortunes. In this article, we delve into the lives, achievements, and business empires of top-10 richest men in the world to understand their journeys to achieve success and become billionaires.
Top-10 Richest Men of India as of August 2024
According to the recent data, Mukesh Ambani, with a net worth of $123.7 billion, stands as the richest man of India, followed by Gautam Adani, Savitri Jindal and Shiv Nadar.
Here is the list of top-10 richest men of India as of August 2024:
| Top-10 Richest Men in India as of August 2024 | ||||
| Rank | Name | Net Worth | Global Rank | Source of Wealth |
| 1. | Mukesh Ambani | $123.7 B | 11 | Reliance Industries |
| 2. | Gautam Adani | $83.4 B | 20 | Adani Group |
| 3. | Savitri Jindal & Family | $40.7 B | 31 | JSW Group |
| 4. | Shiv Nadar | $35 B | 49 | HCL Technologies |
| 5. | Dilip Shanghvi | $26 B | 72 | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| 6. | Kumar Birla | $24 B | 83 | Aditya Birla Group |
| 7. | Cyrus Poonawalla | $22.4 B | 89 | Serum Institute of India |
| 8. | Radhakishan Damani | $21.8 B | 91 | Avenue Supermarkets |
| 9. | Kushal Pal Singh | $18.4 B | 102 | DLF Limited |
| 10. | Ravi Jaipura | $17.7 B | 106 | Varun Beverages |
Who is the Richest Man of India Mukesh Ambani or Gautam Adani?
Mukesh Ambani, with a remarkable net worth of $123.7 billion, holds the title of the richest man of India as of August 2024. Mukesh Ambani, the Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, a huge company that makes over Rs. 8 lakh crore eacy year. As of now, Reliance Industries spans across various sectors, including petrochemicals, oil and gas, retail, and telecom. The Ambani family’s influence is also strong, with his three children—Akash, Anant, and Isha—overseeing different parts of this vast empire.
Key Achievements of Mukesh Ambani, the Richest Man of India
Here are some key achievements of Mukesh Ambani, the richest man in India:
- Co-chaired the India Economic Summit of the World Economic Forum in 2006 and served on the WEF Foundation Board from 2010.
- Ranked number one among Indian CEOs and second globally in the Brand Guardianship Index by Brand Finance for 2023 and 2024.
- Topped India Today’s “The High & Mighty 2023: 50 Power People” list and ranked among the top 10 in The Indian Express’s list of the most powerful Indians.
- Became India’s first rupee trillionaire in 2007 and was simultaneously named the world’s richest man by The Economic Times and Press Trust of India.
- Named the richest person in Asia by Forbes India in January 2024, with a net worth of $96.4 billion.
- Featured in Forbes magazine’s annual billionaires list as one of the 10 richest people in the world for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023.
Second Richest Person of India – Gautam Adani
Net worth: $83.4 Billion
Age: 61 years
Source of wealth: Adani Group
Gautam Adani, second richest man of India, is the founder and chairman of Adani Group, a major player in port development and operations in India. Known for his close ties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Adani faced allegations of cronyism and stock manipulation. Despite a significant drop in his fortune to $54.2 billion in October 2023, he rebounded to an estimated $83.4 billion by August 2024, making him the second richest person in India.
India’s Third Richest Person- Savitri Jindal & Family
Age: 73 years
Net worth: $40.7 billion
Source of wealth: O.P. Jindal Group
Savitri Devi Jindal, India’s third richest person, is a prominent Indian businesswoman and politician. She is the chairperson emerita of the O.P. Jindal Group and president of Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha. As of June 2024, the Jindal family’s net worth is around $40 billion, making her the third richest person in India.
