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Roshni Nadar Malhotra Enters the Elite Billionaire Club
Roshni Nadar Malhotra, chairperson of HCL Technologies, has set a new record by becoming the first Indian woman to enter the top 10 of the Hurun Global Rich List 2025 for women. With an estimated net worth of ₹3.5 lakh crore, she has secured the 5th position among the world’s wealthiest women.
Her rise to the top was fueled by a 47% stake transfer from her father, Shiv Nadar, the visionary founder of HCL Technologies. This major transfer has given her control over Vama Sundari Investments (Vama Delhi) and HCL Corp, the promoter entities of the tech giant.
The Billion-Dollar Transfer That Changed Everything
How Roshni Nadar Malhotra Gained Control of HCL
Before the transfer, Shiv Nadar held a 51% stake in both Vama Delhi and HCL Corp, while Roshni owned 10.33% in both entities. With the recent transfer, she now controls voting rights for:
- Vama Delhi’s 44.17% stake in HCL Technologies
- HCL Corp’s 0.17% stake in HCL Technologies
- Vama Delhi’s 12.94% stake in HCL Infosystems
- HCL Corp’s 49.94% stake in HCL Infosystems
This transfer means Roshni Nadar Malhotra will now make all key strategic decisions for the $12 billion tech conglomerate, further solidifying her position as a global business leader.
The Journey of India’s Wealthiest Woman
Roshni Nadar Malhotra took over as chairperson of HCL Technologies in July 2020 and has been instrumental in steering the company toward greater success. Apart from her corporate role, she is also a trustee of the Shiv Nadar Foundation, which has played a crucial role in establishing premier educational institutions across India.
Other Indian Billionaires in the Hurun Global Rich List 2025
While Roshni Nadar Malhotra is the first Indian woman in the top 10, several Indian billionaires continue to hold strong positions in the global rankings:
- Gautam Adani – 2nd richest in India, 18th globally
- Dilip Shanghvi (Sun Pharma) – 4th richest in India
- Azim Premji (Wipro) – 5th richest in India
The Hurun Global Rich List 2025 includes 3,442 billionaires from 71 countries, reflecting a 5% increase in the number of billionaires compared to last year. Their collective wealth has grown by 13% in 2025 alone.
What’s Next for Roshni Nadar Malhotra?
With her leadership, HCL Technologies is expected to expand its global footprint and continue its innovation-driven growth. As she takes charge of one of India’s largest IT firms, all eyes are on how she will shape the future of the company and further empower women in leadership roles.
