India’s Richest Woman: Roshni Nadar Malhotra Secures The 3rd Position As Per Hurun Rich List 2025 - What's Her Net Worth?

In a historic moment for India’s billionaire landscape, Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, has emerged as the richest woman in India, debuting at Rank 3 on the M3M Hurun India Rich

List 2025 with a fortune of Rs 2.84 lakh crore. This is the first time a woman has entered the top three of India’s wealthiest, signaling a milestone shift in the nation’s business and wealth narrative.A Milestone in Indian Corporate HistoryAt just 44 years old, Roshni Nadar Malhotra is not only the youngest among the top 10 billionaires but also the first woman to achieve such a ranking. Her debut at No. 3, behind Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, underscores the growing power of technology-driven wealth and the rise of women leaders in India’s corporate ecosystem.Hurun noted, “For the first time, a woman entered the Top 3 of the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025. Roshni Nadar Malhotra’s success represents the multi-generational strength of tech-driven wealth and the expanding role of women in India’s business leadership.”HCL’s Growth Under Her LeadershipA graduate of the Kellogg School of Management, Malhotra took over as Chairperson of HCL Technologies in 2020, succeeding her father, Shiv Nadar. Under her stewardship, HCL has not only expanded its global IT services footprint but also reinforced its position as one of the world’s most valuable technology companies.Her leadership has been instrumental in scaling HCL’s revenues across cloud computing, AI-driven IT solutions, cybersecurity, and enterprise services, sectors that continue to dominate India’s tech growth story.Beyond Business: Philanthropy and Social ImpactRoshni Nadar is also deeply engaged in philanthropy through the Shiv Nadar Foundation, focusing on education, healthcare, and rural upliftment. She has consistently been recognized among the world’s most powerful women in business, blending technocratic leadership with social responsibility.This dual role as a business leader and philanthropist sets her apart as a trailblazer who embodies both corporate success and social impact.Women Billionaires on the RiseRoshni joins 100 other women on the Hurun India Rich List 2025, which includes 26 dollar-billionaires. Notable names include:

• Falguni Nayar (Nykaa) – pioneer of India’s online beauty and fashion revolution.
• Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (Biocon) – India’s biotech queen and self-made billionaire.

Together, these women represent a growing force in India’s wealth creation, breaking stereotypes and driving economic transformation.India’s Billionaire LandscapeIndia now ranks third in the world with 284 billionaires, behind only the US and China. The combined wealth of Indian billionaires is Rs 98 trillion, about one-third of India’s GDP.Roshni’s rise in this landscape highlights two powerful trends:

1. Technology remains India’s biggest wealth creator.
2. Women are no longer on the sidelines—they are now at the center of India’s economic power.

Roshni Nadar Malhotra’s historic achievement symbolizes a new era of inclusivity in India’s billionaire class. With her entry into the top three, India’s business world is witnessing a landmark moment where gender barriers are breaking, family legacies are evolving, and technology is cementing its role as the backbone of modern wealth creation.Her story is more than just about numbers—it’s about representation, leadership, and a vision for the future where Indian women play a central role in shaping the country’s global economic narrative.