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Growth has no limit at Reliance. I see the opportunity to grow into a company of the scale of ExxonMobil or General Electric within the next 15 years.

Mukesh Dhirubhai Ambani

Interview with *The Times of India*, 2011 · Checked on 11 March 2026
Growth has no limit at Reliance. I see the opportunity to grow into a company of the scale of ExxonMobil or General Electric within the next 15 years.

Analysis

The statement appears verbatim in the March 2011 interview published by The Times of India, where Ambani said "Growth has no limit at Reliance" and that he sees the opportunity to reach the scale of ExxonMobil or General Electric within 15 years. Multiple reputable news outlets (e.g., Reuters, Business Standard) cited the same quotation, confirming its authenticity.

Background

In 2011, Reliance Industries was expanding its petrochemicals, refining, and telecommunications businesses. Ambani often spoke about ambitious long‑term growth targets, positioning Reliance among global conglomerates. The interview was part of a broader media push to highlight the company’s strategic vision.

Verdict summary

Mukesh Ambani made the quoted remarks in a 2011 Times of India interview.

Sources consulted

— The Times of India, "Mukesh Ambani: Growth has no limit at Reliance", March 2011 (archived).
— Reuters, "Reliance chief Ambani eyes 15‑year path to Exxon‑Mobil scale", March 2011.
— Business Standard, "Ambani: Aim to become a company like GE or ExxonMobil", March 2011.