Reliance Industries Ltd announced on Friday that Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Chairman Mukesh Ambani, will soon take on a bigger role in the company. The board has approved his appointment as a whole-time director for five years, starting May 1, 2025. This decision came after a recommendation from the Human Resources, Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The appointment will still need shareholder approval, according to a filing with the stock exchange.
Shift from Non-Executive to Executive Role
Anant Ambani has already been involved with Reliance, serving as a non-executive director. With the new role, he will become more active in managing India’s most valuable company. Over the years, he has gained experience by serving on the boards of various Reliance businesses.
He has been on the board of Jio Platforms since March 2020 and Reliance Retail Ventures since May 2022. He also holds positions in Reliance New Energy and Reliance New Solar Energy since June. In addition, he became a board member of Reliance Foundation in September.
Educational Background and Personal Interests
Anant earned a bachelor’s degree from Brown University in the United States. Beyond his corporate duties, he has a deep interest in animal welfare. He supports efforts to rescue and care for animals, especially those in distress or at the end of their lives.
Siblings Also Hold Key Positions
Anant’s older brother and sister, Akash and Isha Ambani, are also involved in the business. Both serve as non-executive directors on Reliance’s board. Akash leads Reliance Jio Infocomm as its chairman, handling the group’s telecom and digital services. Isha plays a key executive role in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd, the group’s retail arm.
