Forbes’ List of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women consists of innovators and instigators who are leading the world to defy the conventional power structures, and create a lasting impact in every sphere of influence.

• European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen topped Forbes’ 2022 list of world’s 100 most powerful women. 
• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Biocon Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Nykaa founder Falguni Nayar are among six Indians who have made it to the Forbes' annual list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women.
• The 100th position is held by Iran’s Mahsa Amini. She is the first to be included in the list posthumously.