The Top 100
Global Indians

From humble tea-seller to influential global statesman, he redefined leadership with vision, determination, and an inspiring personal journey... Read More..

Father of the Nation, he led India’s freedom with truth, nonviolence, and simplicity, inspiring global movements for justice and peace... Read More..

Architect of India’s Constitution and champion of social justice, he empowered millions by fighting caste barriers with vision and resolve... Read More..

UK PM with a banker’s brain and chai roots, blending financial expertise and Indian heritage to lead Britain with a modern global outlook... Read More..

Barrier breaker and US VP with a desi twist, blending American leadership with Indian roots to inspire new generations... Read More..

Economist PM who liberalized India, blending intellect with humility to steer the nation’s growth and stability on the global stage... Read More..

India’s diplomat-in-chief, renowned for his calm in chaos, deftly steering foreign policy with expertise, composure, and strategic vision... Read More..

Oxford wit with UN vibes, flexing eloquent English and global perspective, making waves in politics, literature, and public debate... Read More..

Tech visionary and reformer, he transformed Andhra Pradesh with digital innovation, smart governance, and bold economic growth... Read More..

Mathematical genius whose intuitive brilliance unlocked timeless theories, inspiring generations with his extraordinary legacy... Read More..

Nobel-winning structural biologist, he revealed the secrets of the ribosome, advancing science with quiet brilliance... Read More..

Nobel-winning economist and philosopher, he championed welfare, equity, and human development, reshaping global thought on poverty... Read More..

Nobel-winning economist, he tackles poverty with data-driven experiments, redefining development strategies worldwide... Read More..

Visionary economist and former RBI Governor, he steered India’s banking reforms with sharp insights and a global perspective... Read More..

Trailblazing economist, he transforms big data into insights on opportunity, mobility, and inequality, shaping policy for a fairer future... Read More..

Visionary business thinker, he championed innovation at the bottom of the pyramid, inspiring inclusive growth and global strategy... Read More..

Pioneer industrialist, he laid India’s industrial foundation with visionary entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and nation-building spirit... Read More..

Father of India’s nuclear program, he fused science and vision to launch India into the atomic age with pioneering research and leadership... Read More..

Father of the White Revolution, he transformed India’s dairy sector, empowering millions with his visionary cooperative movement... Read More..

Father of India’s space program, he launched a scientific revolution, propelling India into the forefront of space exploration... Read More..

Father of India’s Green Revolution, he transformed agriculture with science and innovation, ensuring food security for millions... Read More..

Visionary industrialist and philanthropist, he expanded the Tata legacy globally with integrity, innovation, and a heart for social good... Read More..

Father of India’s IT industry, he pioneered the software revolution, shaping India’s rise as a global technology powerhouse... Read More..

Self-made business icon, he built Reliance from scratch, redefining Indian entrepreneurship with vision, ambition, and grit... Read More..

Telecom visionary, he revolutionized India’s connectivity, driving digital transformation and technology-led progress nationwide... Read More..

Google and Alphabet CEO, he leads global tech innovation with humility, vision, and a passion for accessible digital progress... Read More..

Microsoft CEO, he transformed the tech giant with empathy, innovation, and a growth mindset, inspiring digital transformation globally... Read More..

Adobe CEO and digital visionary, he revolutionized creative tools, driving global innovation in design and technology... Read More..

IBM CEO and tech trailblazer, he’s steering the company’s AI and cloud transformation with innovation and strategic vision... Read More..

Venture capitalist and Sun Microsystems co-founder, he fuels tech innovation and bold startups with vision, risk-taking, and impact... Read More..

Strategy queen who led PepsiCo from profits to purpose, redefining leadership with vision, innovation, and a global perspective... Read More..

From HR leader to Chanel CEO, she blends people skills with haute couture flair, redefining luxury leadership on the global stage... Read More..

World Bank boss and poverty disruptor, driving global change with innovative strategies to uplift millions and foster inclusive growth... Read More..

Founder of Instacart and e-commerce visionary, he redefined grocery delivery with agile innovation, operational brilliance, and consumer-first thinking... Read More..

IIT-trained AI visionary, co-founder & CEO of Perplexity AI, he’s turning conversational search into a global answer‑engine—democratizing knowledge with Indian roots... Read More..

Teen inventor & STEM advocate whose device “Tethys” detects lead in water, creator of apps like Kindly and Epione, mentoring thousands worldwide... Read More..

Indian‑born American entrepreneur‑investor turned philosopher, co‑founder of AngelList, early backer of Uber and Twitter, and a voice of wisdom on wealth and happiness... Read More..

School dropout turned fintech pioneer, co‑founder of Zerodha & True Beacon, self‑made billionaire who champions lifelong learning and disrupting finance... Read More..

Entrepreneur, investor, and crypto thinker—ex‑CTO of Coinbase and Angel investor—shaping tech’s future with bold ideas on decentralization, health, and society... Read More..

Flipkart co‑founder turned Navi Group MD, he revolutionized Indian e‑commerce and fintech with vision, grit, and data‑driven growth... Read More..

IndiGo co‑founder and aviation veteran, he turned a single‑plane startup into India’s largest airline, chaired Southwest, and drives industry change with bold vision... Read More..

America's Doctor twice, Surgeon General who diagnosed loneliness as a public-health epidemic, championing social connection, compassion, and community-driven healing... Read More..

Cardiac pioneer and “people’s doctor,” he built Narayana Health into a global healthcare model, performing 100K+ heart surgeries at low cost with compassion and scale... Read More..

Apollo Hospitals founder, he pioneered India’s corporate healthcare, bringing world-class, affordable care to millions... Read More..

Founding visionary of Dr. Reddy’s Labs, he pioneered affordable pharmaceuticals for millions and championed research‑driven innovation in India... Read More..

Founder‑Chairman of Divi’s Laboratories, he built a global pharma leader focused on quality, innovation, and affordable generics for patients worldwide... Read More..

Chemist‑entrepreneur who led Cipla to global acclaim, championing affordable essential medicines and transforming access to healthcare worldwide... Read More..

Biocon founder‑chair, biotech trailblazer who pioneered affordable innovation in healthcare, empowering millions globally... Read More..

Founder‑chairman of Serum Institute of India, he became the world’s vaccine king by championing affordable immunization at global scale... Read More..

American surgeon‑author and public health innovator at Harvard, he champions human‑centred care and authored Being Mortal, reshaping how medicine meets mortality... Read More..

Founder‑CEO of Khan Academy, he democratized education by delivering free, high‑quality online learning globally and pioneering personalized mastery learning... Read More..

Former private equity leader who co‑founded ChrysCapital, he transformed India’s education via Ashoka University and Central Square Foundation... Read More..

Architect of modern Indian higher education—founding dean of ISB, co-founder & chair of Ashoka University, and founder of Harappa, pioneering future-ready learning... Read More..

Economist‑turned‑education leader who shaped Pratham’s ASER and TaRL models, driving affordable learning access for millions across India and beyond... Read More..

IIT Madras–trained MIT professor and founder of edX, he revolutionized global education by offering high‑quality online learning to millions worldwide... Read More..

Indian‑born Turing Award laureate and AI pioneer, CMU professor who founded the Robotics Institute and shaped speech recognition and robotics globally... Read More..

Founder‑CEO of Teach For India & Akanksha Foundation, she built a movement reaching 50M+ children via leadership‑driven education equity... Read More..

First-generation entrepreneur who pioneered cable TV and UTV media, authored Dream With Your Eyes Open, and co-founded upGrad and the Swades Foundation... Read More..

Bollywood’s King Khan, actor‑producer and charismatic star of over 100 films, he redefined Indian romance and built a global cultural legacy... Read More..

Legendary filmmaker, writer, and artist, he brought Indian cinema to global acclaim with timeless storytelling, visual poetry, and human insight... Read More..

Bollywood actress, global star, and former Miss World (2000). She bridged Bollywood to Hollywood via Quantico, launched Purple Pebble Films, and champions UNICEF causes... Read More..

Indian‑American journalist and author, he hosts Fareed Zakaria GPS, shapes global discourse with incisive analysis, and bridges East and West with insight... Read More..

Acclaimed novelist and essayist, he sparked global debate with The Satanic Verses, blending magical realism, controversy, and fearless storytelling... Read More..

Pulitzer-winning author, she explores identity and migration through elegant prose, bridging cultures in works like Interpreter of Maladies and The Namesake... Read More..

Nobel laureate and master storyteller, he explored displacement and identity in novels and travelogues, leaving a profound mark on world literature... Read More..

Oscar and Grammy-winning composer, he revolutionized Indian music with his soulful fusion, global collaborations, and timeless soundtracks... Read More..

Sitar maestro and global ambassador of Indian classical music, he bridged East and West, inspiring generations with his virtuosity and spirit... Read More..

Silicon Valley pioneer and entrepreneur, he championed tech innovation and angel investing, inspiring Indian startups and global leadership... Read More..

Pioneering community leader, he founded GOPIO and united the Indian diaspora globally, fostering connections and advocacy worldwide... Read More..

Cricket legend and Bharat Ratna, he shattered records with skill and humility, inspiring millions as India’s greatest sporting icon... Read More..

Legendary cricketer and captain cool, he led India to global glory with calm leadership, sharp strategy, and match-winning finishes... Read More..

Modern cricket icon and run-machine, he redefined aggression and consistency, leading India with passion, fitness, and relentless drive... Read More..

Olympic gold-winning javelin star, he made history for India with his powerful throws, inspiring a new generation of athletes... Read More..

Boxing legend and Olympic medalist, she broke barriers with her grit and glory, inspiring millions as India’s unstoppable “Magnificent Mary.”.. Read More..

Chess grandmaster and world champion, he put India on the global chess map with brilliance, humility, and trailblazing achievements... Read More..

Tennis trailblazer and Grand Slam champion, she broke barriers for Indian women in sports with power, resilience, and global success... Read More..

Tennis legend and Olympic medalist, he set records in doubles and mixed, elevating Indian tennis with skill, longevity, and global wins... Read More..

All England champion and ace coach, he nurtured India’s badminton stars, building a legacy of excellence and sporting inspiration... Read More..