Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) have made significant contributions to the global economy, with many achieving remarkable success across various industries. From technology and finance to retail and real estate, these individuals have not only built vast empires but have also played a crucial role in strengthening ties between India and the rest of the world. Hurun India recently published their list of richest NRI in the world and richest Indian in the world in their report. Here are the details of richest NRI in the world 2024 in this blog.
List of Top 10 Richest NRI in the World 2024
Here is the list of the Top 10 richest NRI in the World in 2024 in rupees, their wealth, where they are located, and their company name:
| Rank | Name | Wealth (INR) | City | Company |
| 1 | Gopichand Hinduja & Family | 1,92,700 Cr | London | Hinduja |
| 2 | Laxmi Mittal & Family | 1,60,900 Cr | London | Arcelor Mittal |
| 3 | Anil Agarwal & Family | 1,11,400 Cr | London | Vedanta Resources |
| 4 | Shapoor Pallonji Mistry | 91,400 Cr | Monaco | Shapoorji Pallonji |
| 5 | Jay Chaudhary | 88,600 Cr | San Jose | Zscaler |
| 6 | Sri Prakash Lohia | 73,100 Cr | London | Indorama |
| 7 | Vivek Chaand Sehgal & Family | 62,600 Cr | Dubai | Samvardhana Motherson International |
| 8 | Yussuf Ali MA | 55,000 Cr | Abu Dhabi | Lulu |
| 9 | Rakesh Gangwal & Family | 37,400 Cr | Mclean | Interglobe Aviation |
| 10 | Romesh T Wadhwani | 36,900 Cr | Palo Alto | Symphony Technology |
List of Richest NRI by Country
The USA remains the country with the highest number of richest NRI. The USA has 46 richest NRI as per the 2024 India Hurun Rich List. It is followed by UAE and UK in the rankings of top richest NRIs by country.
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List of the Top 10 Richest Indians in 2024
Here is the overall list of the Top 10 Richest Indians in 2024 including both the residents and Non-Resident Indians:
| Rank | Name | Wealth (INR) | City | Company |
| 1 | Gautam Adani & Family | 11,61,800 Cr | Ahmedabad | Adani |
| 2 | Mukesh Ambani & Family | 10,14,700 Cr | Mumbai | Reliance Industries |
| 3 | Shiv Nadar & Family | 3,14,000 | HCL | New Delhi |
| 4 | Cyrus S Poonawalla & Family | 2,89,800 Cr | Pune | Serum Institute of India |
| 5 | Dilip Shangvi | 2,49,900 Cr | Mumbai | Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries |
| 6 | Kumar Mangalam Birla & Family | 2,35,200 Cr | Mumbai | Aditya Birla |
| 7 | Gopichand Hinduja & Family | 1,92,700 Cr | London | Hinduja |
| 8 | Radhakishan Damani & Family | 1,90,900 Cr | Mumbai | Avenue Supermarts |
| 9 | Aziz Premji | 1,90,700 Cr | Mumbai | Wipro |
| 10 | Niraj Bajaj & Family | 1,62,800 Cr | Pune | Bajaj Auto |
Who is the Richest Indian in 2024?
Gautam Adani is the richest Indian in 2024 after surging past Mukesh Ambani this year. Gautam Adani’s wealth grew to 11,61,800 Cr while second placed Mukesh Ambani has an overall wealth of Rs 10,14,700 Cr.
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Wrapping Up
These NRIs are not merely captains of industry; they are visionaries whose impact transcends financial success, shaping the global landscape. From technological innovation to healthcare breakthroughs and philanthropic endeavors, their influence is etched into the fabric of our interconnected world. The legacies of these individuals are poised to leave an enduring mark on the global stage.
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FAQs
Who is no 1 richest person in India 2024?
Gautam Adani is the richest Indian in 2024 after surging past Mukesh Ambani this year. Gautam Adani’s wealth grew to 11,61,800 Cr while second placed Mukesh Ambani has an overall wealth of Rs 10,14,700 Cr.
Who is the richest person in the world in 2024?
Elon Musk is the richest person in the world in 2024 with a net worth of $252.4 Billion while Jeff Bezos is in second place with a net worth of $ 215.9 Billion
Is Gautam Adani the richest man in India?
Yes, Gautam Adani is the richest Indian in 2024 after surging past Mukesh Ambani this year. Gautam Adani’s wealth grew to 11,61,800 Cr while second placed Mukesh Ambani has an overall wealth of Rs 10,14,700 Cr.
Can NRIs invest in India to grow wealth?
With some restrictions, investment opportunities for non-resident Indians (NRIs) are more or less similar to that for resident Indians, provided they follow guidelines set by the RBI, FEMA and SEBI, and laws enacted by the country of their residence. You can find more about different NRI investment options in this blog.
