Mukesh Ambani

Mukesh Ambani, born on April 19, 1957, in Aden, Yemen, is one of the most influential figures in the global business landscape. As the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), he has played a key role in transforming the company into one of India’s largest conglomerates, with interests spanning oil and gas, retail, telecommunications, and clean energy. He is the eldest son of Dhirubhai Ambani, who founded Reliance in 1966, and has been instrumental in the company's rise, particularly after taking over the reins in 2002 following his father’s death.

Ambani's vision propelled Reliance Jio, launched in 2016, into becoming a telecommunications giant that disrupted the market with affordable data plans and 4G services, making internet access widespread across India. Jio's rapid growth positioned it as the largest telecom operator in India, amassing over 400 million subscribers. Beyond telecom, Ambani has also focused on expanding Reliance’s retail and e-commerce presence, creating JioMart and forming strategic partnerships with global giants like Facebook, Google, and Walmart.

Mukesh Ambani has also been active in philanthropy through the Reliance Foundation, led by his wife, Nita Ambani. The foundation focuses on healthcare, education, and rural development, having made significant contributions, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, by providing medical supplies, setting up hospitals, and supporting vaccination drives.

In recent years, Ambani has shifted his focus toward renewable energy and sustainable growth. His ambitious plans for a green energy revolution include investments in green hydrogen, solar energy, and battery technology, positioning Reliance as a major player in India’s move toward carbon neutrality by 2070. The establishment of the Dhirubhai Ambani Green Energy Giga Complex in Gujarat is a part of this vision, aiming to make India a hub for clean energy production.

Ambani’s residence, Antilia, located in Mumbai, is one of the most expensive private residences in the world, symbolizing his stature and success. Despite his immense wealth, Ambani is known for his disciplined lifestyle and dedication to business. His children, Akash, Isha, and Anant Ambani, are also actively involved in the business, signaling a seamless transition to the next generation of leadership at Reliance

In August 2023, a video went viral claiming that the founder of Himalaya was calling for a boycott of Reliance and Jio.

BOOM fact-checked this claim and found that the individual in the video was actually a Delhi-based advocate and not affiliated with Himalaya.