Archive · 26 Jun 2025
From Mumbai Milk Seller to UAE Billionaire: Rizwan Sajan's Rise
Rizwan Sajan started with humble beginnings, selling milk as a teenager in Mumbai.
After facing hardships and working hard, he eventually founded the Danube Group.
His company grew rapidly, making and selling building materials, real estate, and home decor.
Now, he's one of the wealthiest Indian-origin businessmen in Dubai.
He is known for helping others through philanthropy, proving that anyone can succeed with determination.
Rizwan Sajan, a former milk seller from Mumbai, is now the founder of the Danube Group.
The Danube Group, founded in 1993, has a current turnover exceeding $1.3 billion.
Sajan's journey began with selling books, stationery, and milk to support his family.
He worked in Kuwait before founding the Danube Group in Dubai.
Sajan is the richest Indian-origin businessman in the UAE and is involved in philanthropy.
- Who
- Rizwan Sajan, founder of the Danube Group.
- What
- The journey of Rizwan Sajan from a milk seller to a successful businessman and founder of the Danube Group.
- When
- Founded the Danube Group in 1993; article updated on June 26, 2025.
- Where
- Began in Mumbai, now based in Dubai.
- Why
- To highlight Sajan's success and inspire others with his story.
- Name
- Rizwan Sajan
- Former Occupation
- Milk Seller
- Company
- Danube Group
- Net Worth (approx.)
- Rs 18,000 crore
- Current Revenue
- $1.3 billion
- Location
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Business Type
- Building materials, real estate, home decor