The latest edition of the Forbes World’s Billionaires List for 2024 has spotlighted several prominent Telugu entrepreneurs, showcasing their remarkable achievements and contributions to the global business landscape.
Murali Divi, the visionary founder of Divi Laboratories, has secured the 469th position on the prestigious list, amassing a staggering wealth of $6.2 billion. His pioneering work in the pharmaceutical industry has propelled Divi Laboratories to the forefront of innovation and success.
Renowned cardiologist and founder of Apollo Hospitals, Prathap C. Reddy, stands tall at the 1104th position, boasting a wealth totaling $3 billion. His tireless dedication to revolutionizing healthcare has transformed the medical landscape in India and beyond.
At the 1143rd position, both Grandhi Mallikarjuna Rao, Chairperson of GMR Group, and P.V. Ramprasad Reddy, Co-founder of Aurobindo Pharma, have been recognized for their outstanding achievements, each commanding a wealth of $2.9 billion. Their visionary leadership has propelled their respective companies to unprecedented heights of success.
Further down the list, Jupally Rameswar Rao, founder-chairman of My Home Group, and Pamireddy Pitchi Reddy, Founder & Executive Chairman of Megha Engineering & Infrastructures, share the 1438th position with a wealth of $2.3 billion each. Their entrepreneurial prowess has significantly contributed to the infrastructure and real estate sectors.
P.V. Krishna Reddy, Managing Director of Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Ltd, has clinched the 1496th position with a wealth totaling $2.2 billion. His strategic vision and leadership have played a pivotal role in driving the growth of the company.
Meanwhile, M. Satyanarayana Reddy, founder and chairman of MSN Group headquartered in Hyderabad, has earned the 1623rd place on the list with a wealth amounting to $2 billion. His entrepreneurial acumen has cemented MSN Group’s position as a key player in the pharmaceutical industry.
Satish Reddy, Chairman of Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, has secured the 1764th place with a wealth of $1.8 billion, while GV Prasad, Co-Chairman and Managing Director of Dr. Reddy’s, is placed at 2046th with a wealth totaling $1.5 billion. Their leadership has propelled Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories to become a global pharmaceutical powerhouse.
The inclusion of these distinguished Telugu entrepreneurs on the Forbes World’s Billionaires List serves as a testament to their exemplary vision, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring future generations to strive for excellence on the global stage.
