As of August 2025, Mukesh Ambani remains the richest person in India. According to Forbes, his net worth is approximately $116 billion, making him the only Asian member of the exclusive $100 billion club.

Ambani is the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries, a conglomerate with diversified interests across petrochemicals, refining, telecommunications, retail, and digital services. His leadership has significantly expanded Reliance's footprint, solidifying his position as India's wealthiest individual.
Following Ambani, the top five richest individuals in India as of July 2025 are:
Gautam Adani – $68.4 billion
Savitri Jindal & Family – $37.8 billion
Shiv Nadar – $34.6 billion
Dilip Shanghvi – $26.7 billion
Cyrus Poonawalla – $21.3 billion
These rankings reflect the significant contributions of these individuals across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, IT, steel, and pharmaceuticals.