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Gujarat’s Wealthiest Persons in 2025 List: When it comes to business, only one state’s name comes to our mind, and that is Gujarat. The state has long been one of the country’s business-friendly states, which is known for its chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and consumer goods industries. And yes, how can we forget the diamond business? It is also true that Gujarat has given several wealthiest individuals who have shaped the country’s economic landscape, and the recently published Hurun India Rich List 2025 also confirms that. Let’s check who are the richest persons in Gujarat.
Known as the “Jewel of Western India,” Gujarat is home to over 130 wealthiest persons. The richest person of Gujarat and the second most wealthiest person in India after Mukesh Ambani is Gautam Adani. Other prominent businessmen are Pankaj Patel of Zydus Lifesciences, Samir Mehta, and Sudhir Mehta. Notably, Mukesh Ambani, who also traces his roots to Gujarat, is India’s richest man with an estimated net worth of Rs 9.55 lakh crore. Close behind is Gautam Adani and family, with a net worth of Rs 8.15 lakh crore.
It is worth noting that the state also ranks among India’s top five states with the most millionaire. It houses around 68,300 families which has a total of wealth exceeding Rs 8.5 crore. Ahmedabad and Surat lead the state’s list of wealthy cities.
The rise of these billionaires reflects Gujarat’s deep-rooted entrepreneurial culture, strategic investments in high-growth sectors such as energy, ports, and pharmaceuticals, and the dominance of family-run enterprises that continue to shape India’s industrial future.
| Rank | Name | Wealth 2025 (INR Cr) | Company | City of Residence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gautam Adani | 8,14,720 | Adani | Ahmedabad |
| 2 | Pankaj Patel and family | 84,510 | Zydus Lifesciences | Ahmedabad |
| 3 | Samir Mehta & family | 62,200 | Torrent Pharmaceuticals | Ahmedabad |
| 4 | Sudhir Mehta & family | 62,200 | Torrent Pharmaceuticals | Ahmedabad |
| 5 | Shahid Bilakhia & family | 55,130 | Meril Life Science | Vapi |
Source: Hurun India Richest List 2025
Gautam Adani
Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, has an estimated net worth of Rs 8.15 lakh crore. He is the placing richest man in India. His wealth is derived from energy, infrastructure, and port-related ventures.
Pankaj Patel And Family
Pankaj Patel is the chairman of Zydus Lifesciences. He is the second richest person in Gujarat with a net worth of Rs 84,510 crore. Notably, Zydus Lifesciences is making its global presence in innovation and healthcare.
Samir Mehta & Family
Samir Mehta leads the Torrent Group. He secured the third place in Gujarat’s Wealthiest Persons in 2025 List with the wealth of around Rs 62,200 crore. Mehta and his family oversee major businesses in pharmaceuticals and power.
Sudhir Mehta & Family
Sudhir Mehta leads the Torrent Group with his brother Samir. The Mehta family is among the top 40 richest families in India.
Shahid Bilakhia & Family
Shahid Bilakhia and his family secured the fifth place in the list with a net worth of Rs 55,130 crore. Bilakhia is the founder of Meril Life Sciences, a prominent Indian medical device business. The company sells medical equipment to over 100 countries.
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