Sanjiv Goenka: Business

 

                  Sanjiv Goenka: Business


Sanjiv Goenka: The Architect of the RPSG Group Empire

Sanjiv Goenka is the chairman of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group (RPSG Group), one of India’s most diversified and rapidly growing business conglomerates. Headquartered in Kolkata, the group has interests spanning across:


🏢 1. Power & Energy

  • CESC Limited (Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation)

    • Supplies electricity to Kolkata and nearby areas.

    • Core foundation of the group’s business since its early days.

  • Other investments in power generation, transmission, and distribution across India.


🏪 2. Retail

  • Spencer's Retail

    • One of India’s oldest and most well-known retail chains.

    • Operates hypermarkets and supermarkets in major cities.

  • Nature’s Basket

    • Premium grocery and gourmet food retail chain acquired from the Godrej Group.


📻 3. Media & Entertainment

  • Saregama India Ltd.

    • India’s oldest music label with a vast catalog of Bollywood and regional music.

    • Owns the popular Carvaan audio device brand.


4. Sports

  • Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – IPL Team

    • Acquired in 2022 for ₹7,090 crore, one of the highest bids in IPL history.

    • Reflects Goenka’s passion for sports and brand building.

  • Also owns teams in other sports like football through ATK Mohun Bagan (earlier ATK FC).


🧪 5. FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)

  • Too Yumm! – Healthy snacks brand targeted at youth.

  • Evita – Range of personal care and hygiene products.

  • These brands aim to compete with big players like ITC and HUL.


🏥 6. Education & Healthcare

  • Woodlands Hospital, Kolkata – A premium healthcare institution.

  • RPSG Group is also exploring investments in educational institutions and ed-tech platforms.


🌱 Philosophy & Vision

Sanjiv Goenka is known for combining traditional business values with modern innovation. He focuses on:

  • Sustainability

  • Youth-centric branding

  • Digital transformation

  • Cultural preservation

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