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Indian-Origin CEO Shankh Mitra Is World’s Second-Highest-Paid Executive After Elon Musk

Shankh Mitra, CEO of a U.S. real estate firm, ranks as the world's second-highest-paid executive after Elon Musk.

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NRI HeraldJune 28, 2026
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Indian-Origin CEO Shankh Mitra Is World’s Second-Highest-Paid Executive After Elon Musk

Shankh Mitra, an Indian-origin chief executive, has been identified as the world's second-highest-paid executive, trailing only Elon Musk. Mitra leads a U.S.-based real estate investment trust.

His compensation package placed him behind Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in global executive pay rankings. The figures were compiled from public filings and corporate disclosures.

Mitra's pay includes salary, bonuses, stock awards, and other incentives tied to company performance. The exact total compensation amount was not specified in the available information.

The ranking highlights the growing presence of Indian-origin executives in top corporate roles globally. Mitra's position reflects the competitive compensation packages offered to leaders in the real estate sector.

Business desk · June 28, 2026
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