When your daily “spend” is charity, not chai. HCL founder Shiv Nadar just proved that generosity scales better than startups.
💰 Shiv Nadar tops India’s philanthropy list again! HCL founder Shiv Nadar and his family donated a massive Rs 2,708 crore last year; that is about Rs 7.4 crore every single day. This marks his fourth time in five years leading the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List.
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🎓 Most donations went to education through the Shiv Nadar Foundation
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🏆 Shiv Nadar ranked #1 with Rs 2,708 crore donated in a year
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💵 Mukesh Ambani came second with Rs 626 crore in a year
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💼 Azim Premji took third place with Rs 526 crore in 2025
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👩💼 Rohini Nilekani led among women, donating Rs 204 crore in a year
👉 Why this matters: Big giving builds stronger education and social systems, something India needs as much as unicorns.
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