Benu Gopal Bangur stands out as one of India’s most respected industrialists. He chairs Shree Cement—a company he turned into a giant in the Indian cement world. He leads quietly, thinks long-term, and has left his mark on the country’s infrastructure and business scene.
He was born on August 7, 1931, in Kolkata, West Bengal, in a Marwari Hindu business family. After getting his Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calcutta, he stepped into a legacy that started with his grandfather, Mungee Ram Bangur. The Bangur family has been in business since the late 1800s, growing from trading and stocks into a major industrial force.
Bangur lost his wife some years ago and has two children. His son, Hari Mohan Bangur, has run Shree Cement as managing director since 1990, and his grandson Prashant is also in company leadership. The Bangurs have always kept a low profile. Despite their wealth, they live simply in Kolkata and avoid flashy displays.
When the Bangur brothers split the family business in 1991, Benu Gopal took charge of the cement side. That’s when things really took off. Shree Cement grew from a regional player to a national powerhouse, jumping from 2 million tonnes of capacity to over 47 million by the mid-2020s. He pushed for efficiency and invested in renewables, making the company one of the most profitable and cost-effective in the country. He didn’t stop at cement—he branched out into power with Shree Power and Shree Mega Power, making the business even stronger.
By 2025, Bangur is 94. No one seems to know exactly how tall he is, but he’s always carried himself with quiet dignity—a calm, thoughtful presence. He loves golf and classical music.
As for his fortune, Bangur’s net worth in 2025 sits somewhere between $6.9 billion and $8.2 billion (about ₹55,000 crore to ₹65,000 crore). That puts him firmly among India’s richest, always landing in the top 25 according to Forbes and Bloomberg. Most of that comes from his big stake in Shree Cement, whose growth really shows how sharp his leadership has been.
Bangur’s real legacy? He took a traditional family business and turned it into a modern, sustainable industry leader. People don’t just talk about Shree Cement’s profits—they point to its commitment to clean energy, smart innovation, and responsible growth. Bangur’s philanthropy reflects his values too, focusing on education and rural development. He’s made sure his success lifts up more than just his own family.
