Over 50% rise in wealthy Indians leaving the country; who's the richest NRI? Hurun Rich List 2026

According to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, 156 wealthy Indians now reside overseas, an increase of 54%. Check who the richest NRI is.

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026 shows that more wealthy Indians are leaving the country to live overseas. Their number has increased to 156, compared with 101 last year. That means 55 additional overseas residents, representing a rise of about 54%.

The full list includes 1,810 individuals, with 1,654 residing in India. The United States hosts 90 overseas members, the largest number outside India. The UAE follows with 31 while the United Kingdom has 16.

Singapore accounts for 7 members, Canada has 4, and China has 2. Six others live elsewhere. Together, the United States, the UAE and the United Kingdom account for 137 overseas residents.

Who is the richest NRI?

Lakshmi Niwas Mittal and family lead the richest non-resident Indians (NRIs), with a wealth of ₹3,39,300 crore. The London-based family is associated with ArcelorMittal. Mittal, aged 76, also ranks third on the overall rich list.

His family climbed 8 places as its wealth increased 93% over the year. The Hurun report puts the increase at ₹1.64 lakh crore, the list's largest absolute gain. It links this growth to Europe's steel trade protection and stronger regional steel prices.

Anil Agarwal and family rank second among overseas Indians, with ₹2,08,300 crore. Agarwal, aged 73, lives in London and is associated with Vedanta Resources.