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Gautam Adani Dethrones Mukesh Ambani to Become India's Richest with ₹9.22 Lakh Crore Wealth

Adani’s net worth rose 13% to Rs 9.23 lakh crore, while Ambani’s fell 10% to Rs 8.63 lakh crore, Hurun India said.

  • Gautam Adani has reclaimed the top spot as India's richest person in the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, displacing Mukesh Ambani to second place.
  • Adani's total wealth stands at $96 billion, marking a 13 per cent increase, while Ambani's wealth fell 10 per cent to $90 billion.
  • Released by Hurun India, the 2026 edition identifies 1,810 people with a net worth of Rs 1,000 crore or more, holding combined wealth of $1.96 trillion, representing a 12.8 per cent rise.
  • India now has 391 dollar billionaires across more than 106 cities, with Mumbai leading at 465 listers, followed by New Delhi with 236 and Bengaluru with 129.
  • Self-Made entrepreneurs continue to drive wealth creation, accounting for a record 1,266 people on the list, while artificial intelligence appeared as a standalone sector for the first time with 19 entrants.
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Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs broke the news on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
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