Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Place | Pune, India, India |
Residence | Pune, India |
Alma mater | Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce |
Years active | 1966–present |
Organization | Serum Institute of India |
Known for | Founder of Serum Institute of India, Horse Racing, Cars |
Spouse(s) | Villoo Poonawalla (30 sep 1943-9 june 2010(66)) |
Children | Adar Poonawalla (son) |
Awards | Padma Shri in 2005 |
Website | cyruspoonawalla.com cyruspoonawallagroup.com |
Net worth: $22.6 Billion (2024)
Cyrus Poonawalla, a well-known figure in the healthcare industry in India, is estimated to have a net worth of $22.6 billion in 2024. Poonawalla has made a significant impact in the healthcare sector through his company, Serum Institute of India, which is the largest vaccine manufacturer in the world. His contribution to healthcare has not only saved countless lives but has also made quality healthcare accessible and affordable. Poonawalla's immense wealth reflects the success and impact of his endeavors in providing healthcare solutions to millions of people around the globe.
Famous Quotes:
We reach more children than Coca-Cola and PepsiCo can ever hope to.
Biography/Timeline
He was awarded the Padma Shri for his contribution to the field of Medicine, by the Government of India in 2005.. He also received the “Lifetime Achievement Award” by the then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in 2005
As per Forbes March 2018 rankings, Poonawalla's net worth is $9.1 billion and is ranked #10th richest person in India and #170th richest person in the world. He did his schooling from The Bishop's School in Pune, and later graduated from Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce, University of Pune, in 1966.