Dhirubhai Ambani
Dhirubhai Ambani was an Indian business tycoon and the founder of Reliance Industries, one of India's largest conglomerates. He was born on December 28, 1932, in Chorwad, Gujarat, India, and passed away on July 6, 2002.
Ambani started his career as a clerk at a commodities trading firm in Mumbai. In 1958, he founded Reliance Industries with a capital of just INR 15,000 (approximately USD 300 at the time). The company initially focused on the textile industry and became one of the largest textile manufacturers in India.
Under Ambani's leadership, Reliance Industries diversified into other areas such as petrochemicals, refining, and telecommunications. Ambani was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and innovative business strategies. He was instrumental in introducing several new technologies and processes to the Indian industry.
Ambani's business success made him one of India's most prominent and influential businessmen. He was known for his close relationships with politicians and government officials, and his ability to navigate India's complex regulatory environment.
Ambani was also a noted philanthropist. He established the Dhirubhai Ambani Foundation, which supports various causes such as education, healthcare, and rural development.
After his death in 2002, Ambani's legacy was carried on by his sons, Mukesh and Anil Ambani, who went on to become prominent business leaders in their own right. As of April 2023, Mukesh Ambani is one of the richest people in the world, with a net worth of $123.2 billion, according to Forbes.
Indian rags-to-riches business tycoon who founded Reliance Industries.
Dhirubhai Ambani was born on 28 December 1932 at Kukaswada near Chorwad, Junagadh (now the state of Gujarat, India) to Hirachand Gordhanbhai Ambani and Jamnaben in a Modh family of modest means.
Ambani took his company (Reliance) public in 1977, and by 2007 the combined fortune of the family (sons Anil and Mukesh) was 60 billion dollars, making the Ambanis the richest family in the world.
He was married to Kokilaben and has 2 sons, Mukesh,Anil and two daughters, Nina Kothari,Deepti Salgaocar.
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