Previously, unofficial information about the billionaire's death was provided by, among others: “The Financial Times”, “The Guardian” and NDTV, emphasizing that the departure of the co-founder of the Hinduja Group empire closes an important chapter in the history of global entrepreneurship.
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Gopichand Hinduja – Who was the richest Briton? This was his fortune
Gopichand Hinduja joined the family business in 1959, continuing the work of his father, who in the early 20th century founded a company operating between India and Iran. Under his leadership, a small trading company transformed into a giant conglomerate spanning the banking, automotive, oil and real estate sectors, as well as the entertainment and logistics industries. Hinduja Group has become a symbol of the globalization of Indian capital and the expansion of family enterprises into global markets.
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The key moment in the businessman's career was the beginning of the 1980s.when he moved to London with his older brother Srichand. It was from the British capital that the siblings coordinated the development of the group, building its influence on three continents. Srichand Hinduja, who headed the family business for years, died in 2023, raising questions about the future of the empire run by subsequent generations.
The Hinduja family, however, was not free from controversy. In 2024, a Swiss court sentenced family members to prison for abusing workers brought from India. Prakash Hinduja and his wife Kamal received four and a half years in prison each, while their son Ajay and his wife Namrata received four years each. The case received wide coverage around the world, overshadowing the family's long-standing image as a symbol of success and philanthropy.
Despite the controversy, the Hinduja empire did not lose its economic position. In 2025, the family topped the list of the richest people Great Britain according to The Sunday Times. The fortune was estimated at 35.3 billion pounds, or approximately $46 billion. In recent years, Gopichand Hinduja has remained active in business and philanthropy, emphasizing the importance of economic development and supporting social initiatives.
