Billionaire Profile
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Global Rank
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Rajan Raheja & family

CEO, Diversified
INDIA
Real-Time Net Worth
$3.138B
Estimated based on Diversified stock value as of April 20, 2026
+0.35% (24h)
Age
71
Source
Diversified
Industry
Diversified
Citizenship
INDIA

Biography

Rajan Raheja, a prominent Indian businessman, is the head of the Raheja Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning cement, batteries, media, and real estate. Born in 1954, he has a net worth of $3.1 billion as of 2024. Raheja's wealth stems from his diversified business portfolio, encompassing sectors from manufacturing to finance. His career highlights include the successful growth of Exide Industries and Exide Life Insurance, as well as his media ventures, such as Outlook magazine. His leadership has been marked by strategic investments and ethical business practices. He is married and has two children, and lives in Mumbai.

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Wealth Over Time

In-Depth Profile

Early Life and Education

Rajan Biharilal Raheja was born in 1954. After completing his Bachelor's degree from the University of Mumbai, Raheja ventured into entrepreneurship.

Rise to Success

Rajan Raheja began his career in the construction industry and then diversified into various sectors. He started the Rajan Raheja Group. His early ventures included Prism Cement Ltd. (later renamed Prism Johnson Ltd.). Raheja expanded into media with Outlook Publications and cable television with Hathway Cable & Datacom Limited. He also invested in the finance sector, establishing Exide Life Insurance.

Key Business Strategies

Raheja's key strategies included diversification and strategic partnerships. He acquired a majority stake in Exide Industries Ltd..

Philanthropy

Rajan Raheja is dedicated to various educational and charitable trusts. Details about specific philanthropic amounts could not be found.

Career Milestones

1981

Founded R. Raheja Properties

Established a construction firm.

1993

Acquired H&R Johnson (India)

Acquired the ceramic tile manufacturer.

1994

Acquired Exide Industries Ltd.

Bought a majority stake in the battery maker.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

Education and Charity

Educational and Charitable Trusts

Unknown

Dedicated to various educational and charitable trusts.