Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024: MEET THE MOST GENEROUS PEOPLE IN INDIA

Hurun India has unveiled its Philanthropy List for FY24, spotlighting the generosity of India’s top philanthropists. Together, the top 10 donors contributed a remarkable ₹4,625 crore, accounting for 53% of total donations by individuals in the list.

Education Takes Center Stage

The list highlights that education remains the top priority for many philanthropists, with six of the top ten donors channeling their efforts toward this crucial sector.

The Top 10 Philanthropists

Here’s a closer look at the contributors and their focus areas:

1. Shiv Nadar & Family – ₹2,153 crore

   • Focus: Education
   • The Nadars retain the top spot with significant contributions to educational initiatives, continuing their legacy of impact.

2. Mukesh Ambani & Family – ₹407 crore

   • Focus: Admission for disadvantaged communities
   • Their donations support programs that provide access to education and opportunities for underprivileged sections of society.

3. Bajaj Family – ₹352 crore

   • Focus: Education for engineering
   • Reflecting a 33% increase over FY23, the Bajaj family’s contributions aim to empower future engineers through better education.

4. Kumar Mangalam Birla & Family – ₹334 crore

   • Focus: Education
   • The Birla family’s consistent commitment to education has been amplified with a 17% rise in donations compared to last year.

5. Gautam Adani & Family – ₹330 crore

   • Focus: Education for remote villages
   • The Adani Foundation drives initiatives targeting underprivileged rural communities, focusing on education, skill development, and health.

6. Nandan Nilekani – ₹307 crore

   • Focus: Ecosystem building
   • Nilekani’s efforts support systemic improvements and reforms, enhancing governance, technology, and public services.

7. Krishna Chivukula – ₹228 crore

   • Focus: Education
   • A new entrant, Chivukula’s significant contributions demonstrate a strong commitment to improving educational access.

8. Anil Agarwal & Family – ₹181 crore

   • Focus: Education
   • Known for their philanthropic efforts, the Agarwal family has continued to support education with substantial contributions.

9. Susmita & Subroto Bagchi – ₹179 crore

   • Focus: Public healthcare
   • The Bagchis entered the top 10 with the highest year-on-year growth in donations, recording a 63% increase over FY23.

10. Rohini Nilekani – ₹154 crore

    • Focus: Ecosystem building
    • Her philanthropy focuses on strengthening civic institutions, sustainability, and public welfare systems.

Growing Trends in Indian Philanthropy

The Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024 highlights a significant rise in contributions, with education remaining a dominant sector. The increasing focus on ecosystem building by donors like Nandan and Rohini Nilekani reflects a shift toward addressing systemic challenges.

New entrants like Krishna Chivukula and Susmita & Subroto Bagchi exemplify the growing diversity in philanthropic priorities, from education to healthcare. Together, these philanthropists demonstrate a deep commitment to inclusive growth and societal progress.