India is a nation that has produced a number of leaders to date, and it’s not hidden that Indians have been the tech-heads, front-runners and inspirations for a long time. There is one thing that they have in common - ‘dedication’. Throughout the decades it has been witnessed that dedicated Indian leaders are playing a pivotal role in changing the way how the business world runs or the technology works. However, in this article, we will particularly have a look at the Indian entrepreneurs who have succeeded to reach the epitome of success.

Right now we are living in a digital era where everything is available online, and being active on social media is also one of the important aspect for any leader. Though, a study conducted by London head-quartered ECCO International shows that Indian entrepreneurs remain relatively inaccessible to the general public on social media compared to their European and US counterparts, it is also founded that there are many who are extremely renowned in the business world just for their work. Yet there are also a bunch of leaders who are spreading their thoughts, experiences, and information about good works being an Influencer. Let’s have a look at the Top 10 Entrepreneurs influencers of India, who topped the list and etched a mark for themselves in 2020.

#1. Ratan N. Tata: Twitter followers: 9,284,278
In the top of the list is the recipient of India’s most distinguished civilian awards – Padma Bhushan as well as Padma Vibhushan, Ratan Tata and he need no introduction on the global platform. Belonging to a family of industrialist and philanthropists, Ratan Tata rose to become the Chairman of the Mumbai-based conglomerate TATA group in 1991 and had a brief stint in 2016. Apart from his business acumen, it was his grit and determination that led to the expansion of the TATA group at the global map. Ratan has over nine million followers on Twitter. He keeps tweeting about the topics ranging from his personal life to the business world, about his organization - TATA to social activities. One of the most respected entrepreneurs, Ratan is highly considered as an icon by the youth of India.

#2. Anand Mahindra: Twitter followers: 8,297,284
Anand Mahindra is the chairman of the $20.7 billion Mahindra Group and executive chairman of Mahindra & Mahindra. He is known for his brave decisions in the corporate world. Whether it be launching of India’s most loved SUV (Scorpio) or India’s best Off-Roader – Mahindra Thar and various other decisions made in other sectors. Anand is also among very few billionaires in India, who just don’t want to be indulged in their luxurious lifestyle but also wants to contribute their best to the society and for doing the same more effectively, he actively takes part in many social activities as well. The Mahindra Group started as a steel trading business to grow into a multinational conglomerate operating across industries such as real estate, automotive, and information technology. Anand has over eight million followers on Twitter and his tweets are mostly on the topics ranging from economy to cricket. He also considers complaints and suggestions for Mahindra Group from his followers, and can sometimes even be seen advising his team on Twitter.

#3. Sundar Pichai: Twitter followers: 3,339,303
Sundar Pichai is a businessman and the CEO of Alphabet and its subsidiary Google, a technology company. He was appointed as the CEO of Google LLC in August 2015, by replacing then Founder and CEO, Larry Page. Prior to joining Google, he worked with the management consulting firm McKinsey & Co. He joined Google as the head of its product management and worked on the Google toolbar and has been involved in the development of Google Chrome. He was also a contender for the CEO of Microsoft. Sundar has over three million followers on Twitter. Being active on social media Sundar endeavours to spread his thoughts regarding all kind of topics including business, economy, global & public issues and much more.

#4. Nandan Nilekani: Twitter followers: 2,545,784
Nandan Nilekani is an Indian entrepreneur and one of the founders of the ‘Infosys’, the famous Indian IT company. He is a hero and an inspiration for educated Indian middle class who see in him a man who has achieved great heights in life by the sheer dint of merit. Nandan decided to be an independent entrepreneur in the early years of his life after observing his father’s frequent job transfers and subsequent relocations. Nandan is a great believer of ‘Giving back to society’. It’s an important trait of his personality which still remains intact after so many years. Being a philanthropist, he also contributes generously towards causes like healthcare and education for the underdeveloped sectors of the society. In his tweets, he doesn’t just talk about business or technology but reflects his great views on eco-friendliness, love for nature, health & education and much more. He has more than 2.5 million followers right now in Twitter.

#5. Satya Nadella: Twitter followers: 2,376,531
Satya Nadella is the CEO of Microsoft, a technology company headquartered in Washington. Satya joined Microsoft in 1992 and held many leadership roles in Microsoft’s enterprise and consumer businesses. Before becoming the CEO, he was the executive vice-president of its cloud and enterprise group, responsible for building and running the company’s computing platforms. Prior to joining Microsoft, he worked at Sun Microsystems. It’s a fact that leaders who are active on social media have better engagement and relationship with their customers, and Satya is a prime example of how a leader can build engagement with employees and customers. Satya has more than two million followers on Twitter. He also has a great bonding with his followers as he just doesn’t fill his social media feeds with Microsoft company updates. Satya often blogs and talks about his personal life, which creates a huge impact on the general public. One such instance is Satya’s blog in which he expressed - what he has learnt through caring for his son, who suffers from severe cerebral palsy.

#6. Ronnie Screwvala: Twitter followers: 2,110,912
Ronnie Screwvala is an Indian film producer, and CEO and Founder Chairman of ‘UTV Group’ (UTV Software Communications, UTVi and UTV Motion Pictures). Ronnie started his career by launching the first organized cable TV venture in Mumbai in 1981. In 1990 he created UTV Software Communications Company and then got into film production, movie distribution, family-oriented channels and web content, and after it went public in 2005 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), it expanded rapidly in the next three years. The company partnered with Walt Disney, Fox Searchlight, Sony and Will Smith’s Overbrook Entertainment Production company, expanding the global reach of UTV. In September 2008, he was named amongst, ‘Esquire’s List of the 75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century’. In 2015, Ronnie with his three partners founded upGrad with an aim of providing formal education online. Today the platform is renowned worldwide as one of the top education platform. Ronnie has over 2.1 million followers on Twitter and his tweets are mostly on the topics ranging from entertainment and education.

#7. Harsh Goenka: Twitter followers: 1,607,704
Harsh Goenka is the current chairman of $3.80 billion worth RPG Group. Today, Harsh wears many hats. Apart from being the Chairman of the Board of RPG Enterprises, (KEC International Ltd), RPG Life Sciences, Zensar Technologies and Raychem RPG Ltd, he is also the Chairman of CEAT Ltd. He is also a Director of Bajaj Electricals Ltd, and SICOM Ltd. Harsh is also known for his love for art. He has one of the most prominent collections of contemporary art in the country, one that embraces several genres and styles and transcends several generations of artists from all regions. Harsh has been host to several art exhibitions in Mumbai for a decade and continues to support and encourage young artists. He is also one of the most admired faces on Twitter. Harsh often shares posts that are simultaneously exciting and educational from his official Twitter account. One of his recent shares is no exception to the rule. The tweet, which lists six things people should do in their youth, may fascinate many.

#8. Deepinder Goyal: Twitter followers: 443,413
Deepinder Goyal is the founder and CEO of Zomato, an online food delivery start-up. He founded the company with his friend in 2008. Prior to Zomato, he worked with Bain and Company as a management consultant. An IIT Delhi student, Deepinder Goyal was always on the lookout for new places to eat. What started off as a collection of menus from a small list of restaurants has today grown into a massive conglomerate which is available for people to use in 24 countries. Deepinder also has a good online presence. With more than 400K followers, Deepinder endeavors to interact with customers as well as offer his valuable suggestions and comments to other topics apart from food delivery.

#9. Kunal Bahl: Twitter followers: 261,724
Kunal is an entrepreneur, co-founder and the CEO of the e-commerce platform Snapdeal. He believes in creating impact through technology. Kunal with his partner Rohit Bansal started Snapdeal in 2010 only as a daily deal website focusing on deals and coupons for restaurants, travel, shopping, fitness and beauty products. Eventually, it turned into an online store in September 2011. In 2007, after graduating from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, Kunal bagged a job an engineering job at Seattle-based Microsoft, but US immigration officials rejected his application for an H-1B visa, which led to Kunal’s return to India. The rejection turned out to be an opportunity for Kunal. Three years later, in 2010, Kunal and partner Rohit launched Snapdeal. Kunal today have more than 261K followers on Twitter. Though in his professional journey he faced several difficulties one can never see the loss of confidence in him. The same can be witnessed through his tweets in which he suggests and states his audience to stay strong and dedicated toward everything that is important in anyone’s life.

#10. Sachin Bansal: Twitter followers: 216,479
Sachin Bansal founded Flipkart in 2007 along with his partner Binny Bansal. In the initial stages, the e-Commerce the firm sold books online gradually expanding its operations into other domains. Today Flipkart has become one of the top e-Commerce businesses in India. In April 2016, Sachin was named among the 100 most influential people in the world along with Binny by the Times Magazine. Sachin is a visionary and a seasoned entrepreneur, the skill which he mastered through hard work. In 2018 after 11 years of his tenure with Flipkart, the company was valued at $20.8 billion. During this career at Flipkart, Sachin had the position of CEO and Executive Chairman. Right now Sachin is leading financial service providing organization NAVI. Sachin has a follower base of more than 216K Twitteratis. From various kind of quotes to business & global issue statistics, Sachin keeps tweeting and interacting with his followers.