The Top 100
Global Indians

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

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

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

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

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..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Renewable energy pioneer and ReNew founder, he’s powering India’s green transition with innovation, leadership, and sustainability... Read More..

Tiger conservationist and wildlife author, he champions India’s natural heritage, inspiring action for wildlife protection and preservation... Read More..

Environmentalist and policy advocate, she champions sustainable development, shaping India’s climate and water agendas with passion... Read More..

Green innovator and co-founder of Takachar, he’s turning agri-waste into opportunity, championing clean tech for a sustainable future... Read More..

Retail magnate and Lulu Group chief, he built a global empire, connecting India to the world through entrepreneurship and vision... Read More..

Airtel founder and telecom trailblazer, he connected millions, driving India’s mobile revolution with vision and entrepreneurship... Read More..

Reliance chairman and business titan, he reshaped India’s economy with bold investments in telecom, retail, and technology... Read More..

Zoho founder and rural innovator, he champions tech from the grassroots, redefining entrepreneurship with simplicity and vision... Read More..

Wipro visionary and generous philanthropist, he led India’s IT growth while transforming lives through impactful giving... Read More..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Indian‑born American oncologist, physician and award‑winning author, he demystified cancer and genetics through The Emperor of All Maladies and The Gene... Read More..

Stanford physician-author known for humanizing medicine, he champions patient care and connection in a technology-driven era... 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‑chairman of Serum Institute of India, he became the world’s vaccine king by championing affordable immunization at global scale... Read More..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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..

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

Culinary legend and “Czar of Indian Cuisine,” he revived classic recipes and elevated Indian gastronomy to global gourmet heights... Read More..

Acclaimed food writer, actress, and TV host, she introduced Indian cuisine to the world, blending flavors and culture with storytelling... Read More..

Hospitality pioneer and founder of Oberoi Hotels, he set new standards for luxury and service, shaping India’s global hotel industry... Read More..

Iconic designer blending Indian tradition with global style, he redefined couture through timeless craftsmanship and bold, luxurious elegance... Read More..

Nobel laureate and saint, she devoted her life to serving the poorest, embodying compassion, selfless love, and humanitarian spirit worldwide... Read More..

Physician, author, and wellness pioneer, he popularized mind-body healing and spiritual well-being, blending Eastern wisdom with Western science... Read More..

Philosopher and speaker, he inspired millions to question, seek inner freedom, and embrace self-awareness beyond religion or dogma... Read More..

Tabla virtuoso and global percussion icon, he blends tradition and innovation, elevating Indian rhythm to international acclaim... 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..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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