India, Nov. 2 -- A former factory worker who dropped out of school as a teenager has become China's richest woman, with an estimated fortune of 127 billion yuan (approximately Rs.1.8 lakh crore). Zhou Qunfei, 56, is the founder of Chinese glass manufacturing giant Lens Technology and has reclaimed the top spot on the country's richest women list.

Citing Hurun Richest Women in China 2026 list, The Independent reported that Zhou's wealth increased by 15% over the past year, placing her ahead of Hansoh Pharmaceutical founder Zhong Huijuan. Zhong's estimated fortune stands at 124 billion yuan (around Rs.1.76 lakh crore).

Zhou previously held the title of China's richest woman in 2015. Her journey from a school dropout and factory worker to ...