Nand Kishore Goenka, father of Subhash Chandra, passes away at 96
Synopsis
Nand Kishore Goenka, the 96-year-old father of Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra, passed away in Mumbai on 13 July 2026. A lifelong RSS swayamsevak and philanthropist known for samaj seva and cow welfare, he leaves behind a legacy his son says deserves celebration — not just mourning.
Key Takeaways
Nand Kishore Goenka , father of Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra , passed away on 13 July 2026 in Mumbai , aged 96 .
He was a lifelong RSS swayamsevak and dedicated philanthropist known for samaj seva and cow seva .
Subhash Chandra shared the news on X , calling for a celebration of his father's life rather than mourning alone.
Last rites are scheduled for 15 July 2026 at Goenka Udyan , Agroha, Hisar — his ancestral hometown.
Tributes have poured in from leaders and public figures across the country.
Veteran social worker and philanthropist Nand Kishore Goenka passed away on Monday, 13 July 2026, in Mumbai, at the age of 96. He was the father of Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra, and is remembered for a lifetime devoted to community service, cow welfare, and national causes as a committed RSS swayamsevak.
A Life of Selfless Service
Born into a family with deep-rooted values, Goenka spent his nine-decade life practising what he preached — quietly extending generosity to those in need without seeking recognition. His commitment to samaj seva (service to society) and cow seva (devotion to cows) defined his public identity as much as his family ties to one of India's prominent media and business conglomerates.
Those who knew him describe a man whose humility stood in sharp contrast to the influence of his family name. He remained rooted in the ethos of his hometown, Agroha in Hisar, Haryana, even as his son built a national media empire.
Family and Essel Group Pay Tribute
Expressing grief on his official account on X, Subhash Chandra said their beloved father breathed his last that morning, and while the entire family was saddened, he wished to celebrate a life of 96 years — 'full of samaj seva, cow seva and national service as an RSS swayamsevak.' The entire Essel Group has expressed solidarity with the bereaved family, honouring the values Goenka embodied throughout his life.
Last Rites and Condolences
Those wishing to pay their final respects were invited to visit his residence at Vasant Sagar, A Road, Churchgate, Mumbai, on 13 July 2026 between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm IST. The last rites are scheduled for 15 July 2026 at Goenka Udyan in Agroha, Hisar — his ancestral hometown.
Tributes have continued to pour in from leaders and distinguished personalities across the country, with many praying for strength for the bereaved family and peace for the departed soul.
Legacy That Endures
Goenka's passing leaves a void that those close to him say cannot easily be filled. His life offered a quiet counter-narrative to the idea that influence must be loud — a legacy of principled living, communal compassion, and national service that, as Subhash Chandra noted, deserves to be celebrated rather than merely mourned.
Point of View
There are often quieter figures whose values shaped the founder. Subhash Chandra's choice to frame his father's death as a 'celebration' of 96 years of service — rather than simply a loss — reflects a deliberate public positioning that aligns with the Essel Group's cultural identity. What stands out is Goenka's rootedness: a man connected to Agroha and the RSS swayamsevak ethos even as his son built a pan-India media empire. That contrast between familial influence and personal humility is the real story mainstream coverage will likely miss.
NationPress
14 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Nand Kishore Goenka?
Nand Kishore Goenka was a veteran social worker, philanthropist, and RSS swayamsevak from Agroha, Hisar, Haryana. He was widely known as the father of Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra, and spent his life devoted to community welfare, cow seva, and national service.
When and where did Nand Kishore Goenka pass away?
He passed away on Monday, 13 July 2026, in Mumbai, at the age of 96.
Where will the last rites of Nand Kishore Goenka be held?
The last rites are scheduled for 15 July 2026 at Goenka Udyan in Agroha, Hisar — his ancestral hometown in Haryana.
What did Subhash Chandra say about his father's death?
Subhash Chandra posted on X that while the family was saddened, he wished to celebrate his father's 96-year life, which was 'full of samaj seva, cow seva and national service as an RSS swayamsevak.'
How can people pay their respects to Nand Kishore Goenka?
A condolence visit was arranged at his residence at Vasant Sagar, A Road, Churchgate, Mumbai, on 13 July 2026 between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm IST.
