Father’s Day 2025: Mukesh Ambani, Shiv Nadar, Gautam Adani, Cyrus Poonawalla etc; India’s Top Business Fathers

Father's Day 2025: This year, Father's Day falls on 15 June, 2025 a special occasion to honour and appreciate the love, guidance, and unwavering support of fathers and father figures. While a father's emotions may not always be openly expressed, his quiet strength and constant presence remain a lifelong source of support and inspiration for his children.

This Father's Day, we spotlight India's most iconic business duos, fathers who have not only built formidable empires but are now steering them forward with the next generation by their side.

Mukesh Ambani: Father of Isha, Akash and Anant Ambani

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, is one of the richest individuals in the world, with a net worth of over Rs 10 lakh crore. He is the father of Akash, Isha and Anant Ambani, who are also among India's wealthiest young business leaders. All three hold key positions within the Reliance Group and play active roles in its telecom, retail and energy businesses, contributing to the company's continued growth and diversification.

Isha Ambani is the CEO of Reliance Retail, India's largest retail company. She also serves as a board member of Reliance Foundation, Reliance Jio Infocomm, and Reliance Retail Ventures. Additionally, she is the Executive Director and co-founder of Tira Beauty.

Akash Ambani, twin brother of Isha and the eldest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, is the Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm, India's leading telecom operator. He also sits on the board of Reliance Retail Ventures and is currently the wealthiest among the Ambani siblings.

Anant Ambani, the youngest of the three, leads Reliance's green energy initiatives. He has served on the boards of Reliance New Energy and Reliance New Solar Energy since 2021. On April 25, 2025, it was announced that he would join the board as a whole-time director for a five-year term starting May 1, 2025.

Shiv Nadar-Roshni Nadar Malhotra: Father-Daughter Successful Business Duos

This Father's Day, the story of Shiv Nadar and Roshni Nadar Malhotra stands out as a shining example of legacy, leadership, and shared purpose. With a net worth of $35.9 billion, Shiv Nadar was ranked as the third richest Indian. Following the transfer of his stake, his daughter Roshni Nadar Malhotra now assumes that position, marking a significant generational shift in both wealth and leadership.

Roshni Nadar Malhotra is the chairperson of HCL Tech, a global provider of IT services and consulting. She is the first female CEO of India's leading publicly traded IT company, HCL Corporation. She is ranked 81st on Forbes' List of Power Women in 2024.

Gautam Adani and Karan Adani

Gautam Adani, founder and chairman of the Adani Group, has built one of India's largest and most influential conglomerates, spanning ports, logistics, energy, and infrastructure. As one of India's richest individuals, his rise has been marked by bold vision and rapid execution.

His son, Karan Adani, is now playing a key role in carrying that legacy forward. As CEO of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) and a director across several group companies, Karan is leading the group's next phase of growth in logistics and green energy.

Serum Institute of India Founder Cyrus Poonawalla and His Son Adar Poonawalla

Cyrus Poonawalla, founder of Serum Institute of India, turned a vaccine-manufacturing startup into the world's largest vaccine producer. His son, Adar Poonawalla, took over as CEO and became a global figure during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading vaccine distribution efforts across continents.

Anil Ambani and Anmol Ambani: Reliance Family's Another Father-Son Duo

Anil Ambani, once a prominent figure in Indian industry, led Reliance Group across finance, telecom, and infrastructure. Despite recent challenges, he remains a key figure in the history of India's corporate evolution.

His son, Anmol Ambani, stepped into the business world early, serving on the boards of Reliance Capital and Reliance Nippon Life. In recent years, he's chosen a more independent path, focusing on private investments and expressing views on financial independence and alternative thinking. This Father's Day, the duo represents the changing dynamics of business legacies - where tradition meets reinvention.

Azim Premji and Rishad Premji: Wipro Leaders

Azim Premji, the founder of Wipro, is revered not just for building one of India's top IT companies, but also for setting unmatched standards in corporate ethics and philanthropy. Often called the "conscience of Indian capitalism," he committed the majority of his wealth to social causes.

His son Rishad Premji now chairs Wipro and is steering the company through the digital age while staying true to its core values. He is also actively involved in the Azim Premji Foundation, continuing the family's commitment to social equity and education.