Uttar Pradesh’s Wealth Boom: 46 Individuals Make Hurun India Rich List 2026 With Rs 1.89 Lakh Crore Wealth; Mirzapur Gets a New Face Among India’s Wealthiest
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Noida emerged as the leading hub, accounting for 15 individuals on the list. It was followed by Kanpur with 10 industrialists, while Lucknow secured the third position with four entries. Among the prominent names on the overall India list, Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani and Lakshmi Niwas Mittal continued to occupy the top positions.
✨ Key Takeaways
Forty-six wealthy individuals linked to Uttar Pradesh have featured in the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, with their combined wealth estimated at Rs 1.89 lakh crore. The state has increased its presence on the list compared with the previous year, reflecting the growing contribution of businesses based in the region.
Noida emerged as the leading hub, accounting for 15 individuals on the list. It was followed by Kanpur with 10 industrialists, while Lucknow secured the third position with four entries. Among the prominent names on the overall India list, Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani and Lakshmi Niwas Mittal continued to occupy the top positions.
Uttar Pradesh’s representation increased to 46 names in 2026 from 41 in 2025, marking a net addition of five individuals. The latest list also saw 11 new entrants from the state, while six names that appeared in the previous edition were not included this year. One of the new names featured is Govindji Gupta from Mirzapur. Govindji Gupta is an Indian entrepreneur and the Managing Director of SBC Exports Ltd.
According to Hurun India Chief Analyst Anas Rahman, the business landscape represented by Uttar Pradesh’s wealthy individuals has become more diverse. The entrepreneurs on the list come from a wide range of sectors, including electronics, manufacturing, education, Real Estate, food products, software, financial services, healthcare, Construction, metals and mining, and Aerospace.
The latest edition highlights the increasing presence of Uttar Pradesh-based entrepreneurs across traditional industries as well as newer sectors such as technology and services. While industrial and real estate businesses continue to have a significant representation, the list also reflects the expansion of wealth creation into areas such as software, healthcare and aerospace.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.