Mumbai : TIME has announced a landmark partnership with Reliance Industries Limited to launch TIME100 Next India, marking the first international expansion of its widely recognized TIME100 Next franchise.
The announcement was made during the prestigious TIME100 Gala in New York by Jessica Sibley and Nita Mukesh Ambani.
A New Platform for Emerging Indian Leaders
The TIME100 Next India initiative will recognize 100 rising leaders from India and the global Indian diaspora who are shaping the future across a wide range of sectors. These include arts and culture, science and technology, business and entrepreneurship, sports, and social impact.
The list will be curated by TIME’s editorial team and is expected to be published online later this year. The initiative aims to spotlight individuals whose innovation, leadership, and influence are driving meaningful change both within India and globally.
Gala Event Scheduled in Mumbai
To celebrate the inaugural list, TIME and Reliance will host the first-ever TIME100 Next India Gala in December 2026 at the iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai.
Speaking at the announcement, Jessica Sibley emphasized that the launch reflects TIME’s commitment to identifying and honoring the next generation of global leaders while expanding the brand’s international reach.
Reliance’s Strategic Vision
Nita Mukesh Ambani highlighted that the collaboration aligns with Reliance’s broader vision of nurturing future talent and positioning India as a global hub of excellence. She noted that bringing a global platform like TIME100 Next to India underscores the country’s growing influence on the world stage.
Expanding a Global Franchise
Dan Macsai, who oversees the TIME100 franchise, described the expansion into India as a significant milestone. He said the initiative will help shine a spotlight on an extraordinary generation of emerging leaders at a critical moment in India’s growth story.
Since 2021, TIME has expanded its global footprint through TIME100 Impact Awards events held across multiple continents. TIME100 Next India now becomes the franchise’s first international edition, signaling a broader push into global markets.
Further details about the honorees and event programming are expected to be announced in the coming months.