Rishi Sunak, aged 44, achieved the historic milestone of becoming the United Kingdom’s inaugural Prime Minister of Indian origin. Crowned by King Charles III in October 2022, he secured a unique position as the first person of color to hold this office, and he is also the youngest UK Prime Minister in over two centuries, following William Pitt in 1783. With a net worth of $810 million, he surpasses Queen Elizabeth II in wealth. His appointment as the UK’s Prime Minister carried the expectation that he would navigate and alleviate the political and economic challenges stemming from Liz Truss’ tenure, who succeeded Boris Johnson.
Sunak’s early life
Sunak was born in Southampton, England, and received his education at Winchester College. He pursued an MBA at Stanford University in California, where he crossed paths with Akshata Murty. The duo tied the knot in 2009. Akshata is the offspring of NR Narayana Murthy, the billionaire co-founder of the global tech giant Infosys, and Sudha Murty, an esteemed educator and philanthropist. Notably, on March 8, 2024, Sudha Murty was appointed to the Rajya Sabha by President Draupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially announced her nomination. Sudha Murty holds the distinction of being Tata Motor’s first female engineer.
Sunak’s Political Career
Rishi Sunak commenced his parliamentary journey in 2015, securing a seat as the Member of Parliament for Richmond in Yorkshire. The spotlight on his political career intensified when he aligned with the Conservative Party. His elevation to the role of finance minister in 2020 proved timely, coinciding with the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Sunak gained widespread acclaim for his economic support initiatives during this challenging period.
In his inaugural address as the UK’s prime minister, Rishi Sunak pledged to bring much-needed political stability to the country. He committed to rectifying the errors of his predecessors, emphasizing that these mistakes were “not borne out of ill will or bad intentions.”
Rishi’s net worth
Rishi Sunak boasts considerable wealth, with a net worth reaching $810 million. Surprisingly, his wife, Akshata Murty, surpasses the financial standing of Queen Elizabeth II, whose net worth is estimated at around $350 million. The primary contributor to Sunak’s fortune is his wife’s wealth, particularly her 0.9% stake in Infosys. In addition to this, the couple possesses real estate valued at $18.3 million. Rishi himself indulges in a luxurious car collection, featuring models such as the Jaguar XJ L, Land Rover Range Rover Sentinel, Land Rover Discovery, and a Volkswagen Golf.
