Diplomat Puri's Wife Declared Wealthier in Rajya Sabha Poll Affidavit

Laxmi Puri, the wife of diplomat and politician Hardeep Puri, has emerged as the wealthier member of the couple based on financial disclosures submitted during a Rajya Sabha by-election process. Her affidavit details movable assets totalling ₹10.66 crore, positioning her wealth significantly ahead of her husband's declared holdings.

Among her major assets is a residential property in Geneva valued at ₹34 crore, according to the official filings. The retired IFS officer's portfolio demonstrates substantial wealth accumulated through her diplomatic career and subsequent investments.

The financial declarations, mandated under electoral norms, are routinely filed by candidates and their family members during Rajya Sabha elections and by-polls. These documents provide public insight into the economic standing of political figures and their families.

Hardeep Puri, who has held various diplomatic and political positions including ministerial roles in the central government, has previously declared his own assets through similar official channels. The disparity in wealth between the couple underscores the independent financial standing maintained by Laxmi Puri throughout her professional career in India's foreign service.