New Delhi — The Hurun India Rich List 2025 has unveiled a striking shift in the country’s wealth landscape: a new generation of billionaires in their 20s and early 30s. At the forefront are Kaivalya Vohra (22) and Aadit Palicha (23), co‑founders of Zepto, the quick‑commerce startup that has transformed urban grocery delivery. Their success places them as India’s youngest billionaires, with fortunes exceeding ₹4,000 crore.
Youth at the Helm
The list reflects how youth‑driven innovation is reshaping India’s economy. From AI to fintech and e‑commerce, these entrepreneurs are not inheritors of wealth but builders of new empires. Alongside Zepto’s founders, names like Aravind Srinivas (Perplexity AI) and Ritesh Agarwal (OYO) highlight the diversity of industries fueling this surge.
Top 10 Youngest Billionaires in India 2025
- Kaivalya Vohra (22) – Zepto
- Aadit Palicha (23) – Zepto
- Aravind Srinivas (31) – Perplexity AI
- Ritesh Agarwal (31) – OYO/Prism
- Nikhil Kamath (28) – Zerodha
- Bhavish Aggarwal (30) – Ola Electric
- Divyank Turakhia (30) – Media.net
- Byju Raveendran (31) – Byju’s
- Vijay Shekhar Sharma (31) – Paytm
- Kunal Shah (31) – CRED
A Cultural Shift
Unlike previous generations of Indian billionaires, who often emerged from traditional industries, this cohort represents digital‑first wealth creation. Their rise signals India’s transition into a knowledge‑driven economy, where coding, algorithms, and disruptive business models rival factories and refineries.
Global Resonance
India now counts over 350 billionaires, six times more than 13 years ago. The youthfulness of its new entrants positions the country as a global hub of entrepreneurial energy, comparable to Silicon Valley in its dynamism.
Broader Implications
For India’s society and economy, the emergence of such young billionaires raises questions about inequality, opportunity, and sustainability. Yet it also inspires a generation of students and professionals who see entrepreneurship as a viable path to global influence.
