Trump Raised Tariffs. Ambani Raised India: Inside Reliance 3.0

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries is transforming from a traditional conglomerate into a digital and retail powerhouse, wiring India's future with infrastructure in telecommunications, energy, and retail, irrespective of Western trade tensions, such as those initiated by Trump's tariffs

Reliance Industries, now operating as a web of interconnected platforms, is reshaping India's economic landscape, with its retail sector alone generating over ₹107 lakh crore in revenue and becoming a pivotal part of daily life for 1.45 billion Indians.

The company is not just building businesses but creating platforms that empower people, promote sustainability, and enhance India's global standing, with a focus on reducing inequality and driving economic growth

Reliance has become a significant job creator, with its retail arm alone adding 18 lakh new jobs in FY25, and supporting 2.95 million jobs across its ecosystem, extending opportunities beyond major cities into smaller towns.

Jio, Reliance's telecommunications arm, has democratized data access in India, boasting 488 million subscribers and leading the charge in broadband and AI democratization, with ambitious plans to connect 100 million homes using its Jio AirFiber service

Reliance's media ventures, including the merger of Star India and Viacom18 into JioStar, have created a massive entertainment network that combines content and distribution, positioning the company as a cultural force in India

While Reliance's traditional oil and chemicals business remains a financial stronghold, the company is pivoting towards green energy with investments in solar, battery storage, and hydrogen, aiming for net carbon zero by 2035

In the face of global economic challenges, Reliance has maintained financial resilience, with a 71% revenue growth, and is reinvesting heavily in future-focused areas like digital infrastructure and green energy, ensuring its continued leadership in India's economic transformation.

Ambani's strategy is to make Reliance a self-sufficient entity within India's borders, minimizing the impact of global trade tensions and positioning the company as a key player in shaping India's economic and digital future