Nand Kishore Goenka’s mortal remains consigned to flames at Agroha Dham; Manohar Lal, Dr. Harsh Vardhan present

Several prominent political leaders and dignitaries attended the last rites of Nand Kishore Goenka to pay their final respects.

Updated: July 15, 2026, 1:19 PM IST

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New Delhi: The mortal remains of Nand Kishore Goenka, father of Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra, were consigned to flames at Agroha Dham on Wednesday afternoon. Earlier, his mortal remains were taken to Vaishnav Agrasen Gaushala, a place of deep significance, as he had laid its foundation. A large number of well-wishers, and members of the community gathered at the gaushala to pay their final respects and bid an emotional farewell to the late Goenka.

Several prominent political leaders and dignitaries attended the last rites of Nand Kishore Goenka to pay their final respects. Those present included Union Minister Manohar Lal, former Union Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Haryana Cabinet Minister Ranbir Gangwa, Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Barala, Hansi MLA Vinod Bhayana, former Haryana Minister Kamal Gupta, Adampur MLA Chandraprakash, and Nohar (Rajasthan) MLA Amit Chachan.

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‘Irreparable loss to society’: PM Narendra Modi expresses condolences on passing of Nand Kishore Goenka

Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra’s father, Nand Kishore Goenka, passed away in Mumbai at the age of 96 on Monday. His mortal remains were kept at A Road, Vasant Sagar, Marine Drive, Mumbai, for family members, friends, and well-wishers to pay their final respects. His last rites will be performed on Wednesday morning at Goenka Udyan in Agroha.

PM Narendra Modi Condoles the Passing of Nand Kishore Goenka: (Full text)

Dear Dr. Subhash Chandra Ji,

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Shri Nand Kishore Goenka Ji. My heartfelt condolences are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.

Shri Nand Kishore Goenka Ji was an inspiring personality who placed the highest value on hard work throughout his decades-long public life. As a guiding force behind the family business, he contributed significantly to the group’s journey through his ideals, dedication, and unwavering commitment to duty.

He not only enriched the family’s business traditions but also fulfilled his responsibilities toward society with complete sincerity. His life, inspired by his service to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and guided by the ideals of organization and “Nation First,” stood as an example of simplicity and public welfare.

I consider it my privilege to have had the opportunity to meet him on several occasions. His warmth and gracious nature will always remain in my memory. His passing is an irreparable loss to society.

Although Shri Nand Kishore Goenka Ji is no longer with us, his rich legacy will continue to inspire future generations. His values, memories, and teachings will always remain with the family. I pray to God to grant you, your family, and all his well-wishers the strength and courage to bear this profound loss.

Om Shanti!

(Narendra Modi)

“My desire is to celebrate his 96 year’s life, which was full of samaj seva,” says Dr Subhash Chandra

“Today morning our beloved father Nand Kishore Goenka, breathed his last. Though all in family are saddened. My desire is to celebrate his 96 year’s life, which was full of samaj seva, cow seva,and national service as RSS sayam sevak,” Dr Subhash Chandra wrote on X.

Today morning our beloved father Nand Kishore Goenka, breathed his last. Though all in family are saddened. My desire is to celebrate his 96 year’s life, which was full of samaj seva, cow seva,and national service as RSS sayam sevak.

— Subhash Chandra (@subhashchandra) July 13, 2026