India added 57 new billionaires in 2025-26, taking the country's total to 308 and maintaining its third position globally after the United States and China in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026. Mumbai emerged as India's billionaire hub, adding 15 new billionaires in the year — surpassing New York (14) and London (9). The combined wealth of Indian billionaires reached approximately ₹112.6 trillion. Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries retained his position as India's richest person. Hurun highlighted healthcare, auto components, energy and financial services among the sectors represented by India's new billionaire entrants.
India Adds 57 New Billionaires; Total Reaches 308 in Hurun Global Rich List 2026
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India's billionaire count rose to 308 with 57 new entrants in Hurun Global Rich List 2026; Mumbai surpassed New York in new additions.
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- India added 57 new billionaires in 2025-26, taking the total to 308, maintaining third position globally after the US and China in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026.
- Mumbai emerged as India's billionaire hub, adding 15 new billionaires — surpassing New York (14) and London (9).
- Combined wealth of Indian billionaires reached approximately ₹112.6 trillion.
- Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries retained his position as India's richest person.
- Healthcare, auto components, energy and financial services featured among sectors represented by India's new billionaire entrants.
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Frequently asked questions
How many billionaires does India have in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 and what is its global ranking?
India has **308 billionaires** in the **Hurun Global Rich List 2026**, ranking **third globally** after the **United States and China**. India added **57 new billionaires** in 2025-26. **Mumbai** emerged as the billionaire hub, adding **15 new billionaires**, surpassing **New York (14)** and **London (9)**.
Who is India's richest person in Hurun Global Rich List 2026 and what is their estimated wealth?
**Mukesh Ambani** of **Reliance Industries** is India's richest person in the **Hurun Global Rich List 2026**, with an estimated wealth of **₹9.8 lakh crore**, making him **Asia's richest person**. Other top billionaires include Gautam Adani, Shiv Nadar, Cyrus Poonawalla, and Radhakishan Damani.
Who is India's youngest billionaire in Hurun Global Rich List 2026 and what is their net worth?
**Ritesh Agarwal**, founder of **OYO Rooms**, became **India's youngest billionaire** in the **Hurun Global Rich List 2026** at age **32**, with a net worth of **₹14,440 crore**. India added **57 new billionaires** in 2025-26, taking the total to **308**, with the country ranking third globally.
What is the combined wealth of India's billionaires in Hurun Global Rich List 2026 and which city leads?
The **combined wealth of India's billionaires** in the **Hurun Global Rich List 2026** reached approximately **₹112.6 trillion**. **Mumbai** emerged as India's billionaire hub with **95 billionaires**, adding **15 new billionaires** in the year, surpassing **New York (14 new)** and **London (9 new)**.
Which sectors drove India's billionaire growth in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026?
**Technology, pharmaceuticals, and financial services** sectors drove India's billionaire growth in the **Hurun Global Rich List 2026**. India ranked **third globally** with **308 billionaires** (57 new in 2025-26). Notably, **women represent only 7%** of India's billionaire population, and **over 80% of current billionaires** were not on the list a decade ago.
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