Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, is known for generously paying his personal staff. From drivers to household employees, they all receive competitive salaries along with benefits like insurance and allowances, as per india.com.
According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Ambani is the 15th richest person globally and the richest in Asia, with a net worth of 103 billion dollars as of October 19, 2024. Despite his immense wealth, Ambani has capped his annual earnings at Rs 15 crore since 2008-09.
Mukesh Ambani's driver reportedly earns a remarkable Rs 2 lakh per month, which adds up to Rs 24 lakh annually. This salary, according to a viral 2017 video, is higher than what many executives at multinational corporations earn.
Considering this information is from seven years ago, it’s believed that Ambani’s driver now earns double that amount. The high pay reflects not just the position but also the specialized skills and responsibilities these drivers hold.
Ambani's drivers are paid such high salaries due to their extensive training and expertise. They drive luxury and bulletproof vehicles, ensuring the highest levels of safety and security for the family.
Ambani’s drivers are recruited through private agencies that provide intensive training. These drivers are specially trained to handle high-end vehicles, adding to their value and the high salaries they command.
Though the exact agency used by the Ambani family is unknown, most of their professional drivers are sourced from private recruitment agencies that specialize in providing trained drivers for high-profile individuals.