Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025: Shiv Nadar Tops

The “”EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025″” highlights a remarkable rise in charitable giving by India’s wealthiest, with total donations reaching “”Rs 10,380 crore”” this year — an “”85% increase”” in just three years. The data underscores India’s growing philanthropic culture, led by industrialists who continue to invest in social welfare, education, and healthcare.

Shiv Nadar Retains the Top Position

For the fourth time in five years, “”Shiv Nadar”” and his family have emerged as India’s top philanthropists, contributing “”Rs 2,708 crore”” in 2025. This translates to an average of “”Rs 7.4 crore per day””, marking a 26% rise over last year. The majority of Nadar’s donations were channelled through the “”Shiv Nadar Foundation””, which focuses on education, art, and cultural initiatives, aiming to empower future generations through knowledge and creativity.

Mukesh Ambani, Bajaj, and Birla Families Among Top Donors

Following Nadar, “”Mukesh Ambani and family”” secured second place with “”Rs 626 crore”” in donations, reflecting a 54% year-on-year increase. Their philanthropic arm, the “”Reliance Foundation””, continues to play a pivotal role in healthcare, education, and rural transformation. The “”Bajaj family””, known for its legacy of social initiatives, ranked third with “”Rs 446 crore””, largely directed towards rural development through the “”Jamnalal Bajaj Trust”” and related projects.

Rising Spirit of Giving Among Indian Billionaires

The “”Birla family””, led by “”Kumar Mangalam Birla””, ranked fourth with “”Rs 440 crore””, supporting initiatives in education and community development. “”Gautam Adani and family”” followed closely with “”Rs 386 crore””, contributing through the “”Adani Foundation”” for healthcare, education, and women empowerment. The report also notes the entry of “”12 new philanthropists””, signalling an expanding base of socially conscious wealth creators across India.

Exam Oriented Facts

• Total donations in 2025 stood at Rs 10,380 crore, an 85% rise in three years.
• Shiv Nadar and family topped the list with Rs 2,708 crore donations.
• Top 10 philanthropists together contributed Rs 5,834 crore — over half the total.
• There were 191 philanthropists listed, including 12 new entrants this year.

India’s Expanding Philanthropic Footprint

The 2025 Hurun list reflects a robust surge in India’s philanthropic ecosystem, driven by corporate leaders transforming wealth into social impact. With technology, education, and rural empowerment as key focus areas, India’s billionaires are setting global examples in structured giving and nation-building through sustained philanthropy.