Nand Kishore Goenka, a prominent social worker and father of Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra, died on July 13, 2024 [1].
Goenka's death marks the loss of a figure deeply embedded in the social and ideological fabric of Haryana. His influence spanned decades of community service and political networking, making his funeral a gathering point for regional dignitaries.
Last rites were performed on July 15, 2024 [3], in Hisar, Haryana. The ceremony was attended by various political leaders and dignitaries who gathered to bid farewell to the social worker [1].
Born on Sept. 28, 1930 [4], Goenka spent much of his life dedicated to public service. He was widely known for his commitment to samaj seva and gau seva, the service of society and cows [2].
Beyond his charitable work, Goenka maintained a lifelong affiliation with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) [2]. This connection to the ideological organization further cemented his role as a mentor and leader within the conservative social circles of the region.
He died at the age of 96 [2]. His legacy is tied both to his private role as the father of Dr. Subhash Chandra and his public identity as a pillar of the Hisar community [1].
“Nand Kishore Goenka, a prominent social worker and father of Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra, died on July 13, 2024.”
The gathering of political leaders for Goenka's funeral highlights the intersection of corporate influence, via the Essel Group, and grassroots ideological movements like the RSS in Haryana. His death closes a chapter for a generation of social workers who blended traditional religious service with modern political networking in Northern India.
