Pakistan’s richest man: Meet Mohammad Mansha, know as ‘Mukesh Ambani’s of Pakistan, his net worth is Rs…

Pakistani billionaire businessman Mian Muhammad Mansha was born in 1941 in a wealthy family in West Bengal.

Published date india.com Updated: March 13, 2025 4:59 PM IST
Pakistan's richest man: Meet Mohammad Mansha, know as 'Mukesh Ambani's of Pakistan, his net worth is Rs...

New Delhi: Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani are not only the richest individuals in India but also globally recognized figures. Their influence and fan following extend far beyond India to many other countries. But do you know who the richest person in Pakistan is? Yes, today we are telling you about a businessman from Pakistan who is often referred to as the “Mukesh Ambani of Pakistan.” This is the story of Mian Muhammad Mansha, Pakistan’s first billionaire.

All You Need To Know About Mian Muhammad Mansha:

  • Mansha is the founder and owner of the Nishat Group.
  • His company has expanded beyond Pakistan to countries like the UAE, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.
  • It is one of the largest business groups in Pakistan and is primarily based in the textile industry.
  • Being the owner of such a massive group, Mian Muhammad Mansha and his family are among the highest taxpayers in the country.
  • Pakistani billionaire businessman Mian Muhammad Mansha was born in 1941 in a wealthy family in West Bengal.
  • During the Partition, his family decided to move to the newly formed country of Pakistan and settled near Lahore in Faisalabad.
  • Starting a business from scratch was not an easy task for his family, but his father accepted the challenge.
  • His father and uncles started a cotton ginning business under the name “Nishat Mills” in 1951, and it quickly took off.
  • The reason behind their business success was the Korean War of 1950-53, which significantly increased the demand for cotton.
  • This was a major opportunity for cotton producers, and Nishat Mills took advantage of it, making huge profits during the Korean War. They established a good reputation in the market.

Studied in London

Mian Muhammad Mansha completed his education at Sacred Heart School. After completing his studies, the family sent him to London, where he got admitted to Hendon College and pursued a degree in Business Administration. However, before completing his degree in London, he returned to Pakistan because his father, Mian Muhammad Yahya, was diagnosed with cancer. After returning to Pakistan in 1968, Mansha took care of his father.

Mansha got married to Naz Saigol at the age of 21-22, according to the reports. It was an arranged marriage set up by his father. However, Mansha and Naz had studied together in school. She was the daughter of the renowned industrialist of that time, Yusuf Saigol. After their marriage, in 1969, Mian Muhammad Mansha’s father passed away.

Took Over the Business at a Young Age

Mian Muhammad Mansha lost his father at the age of 22. After that, he took charge of his father’s Nishat Mills. However, at that time, his mill was not as profitable as the factories run by his uncles in East Pakistan. Mansha could have fought with his uncles for his father’s share, but he decided to pave his own path. He did not ask for any share from the factories, and this decision of patience proved to be the right one.

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