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The title of the richest person globally is held by Elon Musk, in India Mukesh Ambani is leading the list. But do you know who holds the title of the richest person in Uttar Pradesh? Today, we will discuss about the richest man of UP and know about the huge wealth possessed by him, which will leave behind even the rich businessmen of Noida and Gurugram.
live in kanpur
The name of the richest person of Uttar Pradesh is Murli Dhar Gyanchandani, whose total assets are 120 billion rupees. According to the 2022 Hurun Rich List, Murli Dhar Gyanchandani is the richest person in UP. He is the owner of RSPL Group, which manufactures Ghadi detergent powder. Murli Dhar Gyanchandani lives in Kanpur, UP and is also the owner of Red Chief Footwear Company.
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Leading companies like Namaste India and Ghadi Detergent
Also, Murli Dhar’s brother is on the third position in the list with a net worth of Rs 80 billion. Significantly, Murli Dhar’s father used to make oil soap from glycerine. In the 1980s, he launched Ghadi detergent, and he also owns Namaste India Dairy Farm. Murli Dhar’s sons, Manoj and Rahul manage the company.
contribution to society
Notably, the Gyanchandani family has also established a charitable hospital in Kanpur named after their parents. This hospital provides medical treatment to the underprivileged. Apart from their domestic ventures, the Gyanchandani family has expanded their business internationally. The sale of his brand has spread beyond India and is recognized globally. Murli Dhar is at the 149th position in the list of the richest persons of the country.
The number of rich is increasing in UP
To be included in the Hurun list, the net worth of the person should be at least 10 billion rupees. There has been a significant increase in the number of individuals with a net worth of more than Rs 10 billion in Uttar Pradesh. This year 25 industrialists from UP have secured a place in the list. This is the biggest number ever. Last year there were only 22 names from UP in this list. Talking about Noida, eight people from Noida, six from Agra, five from Lucknow and one from Prayagraj have made it to the list.
