Think of a world where women dominate boardrooms, crush stereotypes, and redefine leadership on their own terms. Sounds like the future? Roshni Nadar Malhotra is already living it. With a staggering net worth of $40 billion, she’s not just making waves, she’s setting the tides. As the first woman to lead a listed Indian IT company, Roshni proves that breaking barriers isn’t a choice, it’s a necessity.
They said the boardroom was no place for a woman. She turned it into her battlefield and conquered.

From Vision to Fortune: An impact like no other 

Born to Shiv Nadar, the visionary behind HCL, Roshni didn’t just inherit a legacy, she built her own. Armed with a degree from Northwestern and an MBA from Kellogg, she stepped into the corporate world with the fire to lead. And in 2020, she shattered the ultimate glass ceiling by becoming the Chairperson of HCLTech. This wasn’t just a promotion, it was a revolution. 

In an industry ruled by men, she didn’t wait for a seat at the table but she created her own.

Power isn’t just about boardrooms, it’s about impact. Through the Shiv Nadar Foundation, Roshni is transforming education, giving underprivileged kids the tools to rewrite their destinies. Her initiative, VidyaGyan, is crafting future leaders from rural India, and the world is taking notice. But she doesn’t stop there, her environmental mission, The Habitats Trust, is fiercely protecting India’s endangered species, proving that leadership isn’t just about humans, it’s about every living being.
True queens don’t just wear crowns; they build kingdoms where everyone rises.

Roshni Nadar Malhotra isn’t just a leader—she’s a force that refuses to be ignored. From receiving France’s highest civilian honor to being named one of Forbes’ most powerful women, she has shattered ceilings and rewritten the rules of leadership. Her journey proves that women don’t need permission to lead, create, or transform the world. But her story is more than recognition—it’s a rallying cry. A reminder that the future belongs to those who dare to challenge, innovate, and break barriers. Leadership isn’t about waiting—it’s about taking charge.

So rise. Disrupt. Redefine success. Be the Roshni Nadar Malhotra of your own story.