​Zepto to Perplexity: The 10 youngest billionaires powering India's startup boom in 2025​

India's wealth landscape is transforming at breakneck speed, the country now adds one new billionaire every single week, bringing the total count to over 350 nationwide. What's remarkable is that a younger, more dynamic generation is leading this boom, building empires across fintech, AI, quick commerce, and green energy. Here are India's top 10 youngest billionaires of 2025 according to Hurun, plus the newest market-made billionaire from Groww's blockbuster IPO.

At just 22 years old, Kaivalya Vohra holds the title of India's youngest billionaire. His Bengaluru-based Zepto revolutionized urban shopping with its 10-minute delivery model, turning him into an overnight startup icon. The rapid commerce platform completely reshaped how Indians think about convenience and consumption.
Aadit Palicha, at 23, is the wealthier half of the Zepto founding duo. He led the company's aggressive nationwide expansion with sharp execution and bold strategies. His Mumbai-headquartered vision made Zepto one of India's fastest-growing consumer tech brands, proving that age is no barrier to building billion-dollar businesses.

Rohan Gupta is redefining how India handles money, and he's only 26. Through SG Finserve's digital-first lending and innovative fintech services, he's transforming the way capital flows across the economy. Operating from New Delhi, Rohan represents India's new breed of financial innovators who are making finance more accessible and efficient for millions.

At 27, Shashvat Nakrani stands as a towering figure in India's fintech revolution. BharatPe's simple digital payment solutions empowered millions of small merchants who were previously excluded from formal financial systems. His journey from Bhavnagar to building a ₹1,340-crore fortune shows how technology can uplift traditional businesses and democratize access to financial tools.

A cybersecurity prodigy, Trishneet Arora built a ₹1,820-crore security empire by the age of 30. TAC Security now protects major global corporations from sophisticated cyber threats and high-risk attacks. The Chandigarh-based entrepreneur is proof that Indian deep-tech talent can compete and lead on the world stage, especially in critical sectors like cybersecurity.

Aravind Srinivas is one of the wealthiest young tech founders anywhere in the world today. His AI-powered search company, Perplexity, commands a staggering valuation of ₹21,190 crore. Based in San Francisco, this visionary is pushing Indian tech talent onto the global stage and proving that Indians can build category-defining AI companies that rival Silicon Valley's best.

Kolkata's Aditya Kumar Halwasia built a ₹1,960-crore lifestyle-tech business by understanding what urban consumers really want. Cupid's consumer-centric products tap directly into rising urban demand and changing lifestyle preferences. His success story demonstrates the immense power of targeted innovation in niche markets that larger players often overlook.

Harsha Reddy Ponguleti is a major force behind Hyderabad's dramatic real estate expansion. Through Raghava Constructions, he's blending modern construction techniques with bold urban development projects. His ₹1,300-crore net worth reflects India's accelerating infrastructure boom and the massive opportunities in building tomorrow's cities.

Hardik Kothiya is literally powering India's green future through renewable energy. His Surat-based company, Rayzon Solar, is now valued at nearly ₹4,000 crore. Hardik's success is a powerful testament to how sustainability and profitability are no longer opposing forces, they now go hand in hand, creating enormous wealth while helping the planet.

Ritesh Agarwal continues to be one of India's most recognizable billionaire entrepreneurs at just 31. His global hospitality network completely redefined affordable travel across continents, making quality accommodation accessible to millions. Prism (formerly known as OYO) remains a powerful symbol of Indian startup ambition and the country's ability to build world-class companies.

Groww's spectacular IPO just minted India's newest billionaire. Lalit Keshre holds 55.91 crore shares in the company, now valued at nearly ₹10,000 crore. A self-made fintech leader who democratized investing for millions of Indians, Keshre's remarkable rise marks yet another example of India's rapidly expanding wealth-creation engines and the incredible opportunities in financial technology.