India's billionaire count has crossed 300 for the first time, with 334 billionaires featured in the 2024 Hurun India Rich List.
The list includes over 1,500 individuals with a net worth of ₹1,000 crore or more, marking a significant wealth expansion in the country. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan debuted with ₹7,300 crore.
Hyderabad surpassed Bengaluru in billionaire residents, while manufacturing led wealth creation. Self-made entrepreneurs dominate, with young billionaires like Kaivalya Vohra and Aadit Palicha emerging.
The cumulative wealth on the list now exceeds ₹159 lakh crore, outpacing global benchmarks.