Top Philanthropists India: Shiv Nadar Leads with Record Donation, Followed by Mukesh-Ambani and Bajaj Family
Top Philanthropists India: Shiv Nadar Leads with Record Donation, Followed by Mukesh-Ambani and Bajaj Family
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Hurun India on Thursday released its list of top philanthropists for 2023, with Shiv Nadar and his family continuing to lead the ranks, contributing a remarkable Rs.2,153 crore. This significant donation positions Nadar firmly in the top spot, followed by Mukesh Ambani and his family, who donated Rs.407 crore.
 
The top 10 philanthropists together contributed Rs.4,625 crore in FY24, making up nearly 53% of the total charitable contributions listed. The list also highlights the growing influence of newcomers, with Krishna Chivukula and Susmita & Subroto Bagchi entering the top 10, securing the 7th and 9th positions, respectively. Six out of the ten major donors focused on educational causes, emphasizing the critical role of improving access to education across India.
 
The Bajaj family showed impressive growth, climbing three places to secure the third spot with a Rs.352 crore donation, marking a 33% increase from the previous year. Gautam Adani and his family secured the fifth position with a Rs.330 crore donation, reflecting a 16% rise. The Adani Foundation directs most of their contributions toward education in remote villages, along with skill development and community health programs.
 
Here's a snapshot of the top 10 philanthropists:

Rank 1: Shiv Nadar & Family
Donation: Rs.2,153 Crore
Change (%): 5%
Primary Cause: Education
Company/Foundation: Shiv Nadar Foundation

Rank 2: Mukesh Ambani & Family
Donation: Rs.407 Crore
Change (%): 8%
Primary Cause: Admission for disadvantaged communities
Company/Foundation: Reliance Foundation

Rank 3: Bajaj Family
Donation: Rs.352 Crore
Change (%): 33%
Primary Cause: Education for Engineering
Company/Foundation: Bajaj Group Trust

Rank 4: Kumar Mangalam Birla & Family
Donation: Rs.334 Crore
Change (%): 17%
Primary Cause: Education
Company/Foundation: Aditya Birla Capital Foundation

Rank 5: Gautam Adani & Family
Donation: Rs.330 Crore
Change (%): 16%
Primary Cause: Education for remote villages
Company/Foundation: Adani Foundation

Rank 6: Nandan Nilekani
Donation: Rs.307 Crore
Change (%): 62%
Primary Cause: Ecosystem Building
Company/Foundation: Nilekani Philanthropies

Rank 7: Krishna Chivukula
Donation: Rs.228 Crore
Change (%): -
Primary Cause: Education
Company/Foundation: ASHA Foundation

Rank 8: Anil Agarwal & Family
Donation: Rs.181 Crore
Change (%): -25%
Primary Cause: Education
Company/Foundation: Anil Agarwal Foundation

Rank 9: Susmita & Subroto Bagchi
Donation: Rs.179 Crore
Change (%): 63%
Primary Cause: Public Healthcare
Company/Foundation: Mindtree

Rank 10: Rohini Nilekani
Donation: Rs.154 Crore
Change (%): -10%
Primary Cause: Ecosystem Building
Company/Foundation: Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies

These philanthropists' contributions reflect their deep commitment to social causes, particularly in the fields of education, healthcare, and ecosystem building, marking a year of impactful charitable efforts across the nation.

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