Forbes Richest List 2024: Mukesh Ambani Leads, Gautam Adani Surges
The 2024 Forbes’ list of the World’s Billionaires showcases the remarkable wealth amassed by Indian tycoons, with 200 individuals from the country making the cut—a significant increase from 169 the previous year. The combined fortune of these Indian billionaires has soared to a record-breaking $954 billion, marking a staggering 41% rise from $675 billion in the preceding year.
Topping the list is Mukesh Ambani, whose net worth skyrocketed to an astonishing $116 billion, propelling him into the elite $100 billion club and solidifying his position as both India’s and Asia’s wealthiest individual. Ambani’s wealth surge marks him as the ninth richest person globally.
Following closely behind is Gautam Adani, securing the title of the second richest Indian with a substantial addition of $36.8 billion to his wealth. Adani’s impressive fortune now stands at $84 billion, placing him at the 17th spot on the global list.
Savitri Jindal retains her status as India’s wealthiest woman, ascending to the fourth richest individual in the country with a net worth of $33.5 billion.
The Forbes list also welcomes 25 new Indian billionaires, including notable entrants such as Naresh Trehan, Ramesh Kunhikannan, and Renuka Jagtiani. However, some familiar faces, including Byju Raveendran and Rohiqa Mistry, have been omitted from this year’s roster.
Here are the top 10 richest individuals in India according to Forbes’ 2024 rankings:
1.Mukesh Ambani – Net Worth: $116 billion
2.Gautam Adani – Net Worth: $84 billion
3.Shiva Nadar – Net Worth: $36.9 billion
4.Savitri Jindal – Net Worth: $33.5 billion
5.Dilip Shanghvi – Net Worth: $26.7 billion
6.Cyrus Poonawalla – Net Worth: $21.3 billion
7.Kushal Pal Singh – Net Worth: $20.9 billion
8.Kumar Birla – Net Worth: $19.7 billion
9.Radhakishan Damani – Net Worth: $17.6 billion
10.Lakshmi Mittal – Net Worth: $16.4 billion
The extraordinary wealth amassed by these individuals underscores the growing economic influence of India’s elite, reflecting the country’s burgeoning status as a global economic powerhouse.
