Roshni Nadar Malhotra: A Trailblazer in Global Wealth Rankings

New Delhi: Roshni Nadar Malhotra, the visionary chairperson of HCL Technologies, has etched her name in history as the first Indian woman to break into the top 10 of the Hurun Global Rich List 2025. With a remarkable fortune estimated at ₹3.5 lakh crore, she proudly holds the fifth spot among the wealthiest women in the world.

Ascension through Strategic Stake Transfers

Her impressive leap in the rankings can be attributed to a significant transfer of 47 percent of shares from her father, Shiv Nadar, the esteemed founder of HCL Technologies. This strategic move has empowered her with substantial control over Vama Sundari Investments (Vama Delhi) and HCL Corp, the key entities behind HCL Technologies. As a result, Roshni now spearheads all critical strategic decisions for the $12 billion tech powerhouse.

Control and Influence Over Major Stakes

Following this transition, Roshni Nadar Malhotra has assumed authority over the voting rights associated with Vama Delhi’s 44.17 percent stake and HCL Corp’s 0.17 percent stake in HCL Technologies. Additionally, she controls the voting rights over Vama Delhi’s 12.94 percent stake and HCL Corp’s 49.94 percent stake in HCL Infosystems.

Family Legacy and Leadership

Previously, Shiv Nadar maintained a 51 percent stake in both Vama Delhi and HCL Corp, while Roshni held a 10.33 percent interest in these entities. Roshni Nadar Malhotra stepped into her role as chairperson of HCL Technologies in July 2020, marking a significant milestone in her career. She is also a dedicated trustee of the Shiv Nadar Foundation, an organization committed to establishing prestigious educational institutions across India.

A Broader Perspective on Indian Billionaires

The Hurun Global Rich List 2025 showcases a host of other prominent Indian billionaires. Gautam Adani continues to be the second-richest person in India, securing the 18th position globally. Following closely are Dilip Shanghvi from Sun Pharmaceutical at fourth place in India and Wipro’s Azim Premji at fifth.

Billionaires on the Rise

This year, the Hurun List features an impressive total of 3,442 billionaires from 71 countries, reflecting a 5 percent increase in their numbers compared to last year. Collectively, their wealth has surged by 13 percent, highlighting a robust concentration of financial power and wealth creation around the globe.