An analysis of annual reports of ~495 (Nifty 500) companies shows that the median remuneration for C-suite executives in India rose to ~₹4.2 crore in FY25—up about 50 % from FY19. In seven of the top ten highest-paid executives, the rise in remuneration outpaced that of median employee pay. The pay-gap remains a policy and governance issue, as shareholders and regulators scrutinise executive compensation amid changing norms and high inflation.