Inside The World Of Sanjiv Goenka: Lucknow Super Giants Owner's Net Worth And Lavish Delhi Residence
Sanjiv Goenka grabbed headlines in October 2021 with his acquisition of the IPL's Lucknow franchise. Here's all you need to know about LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's net worth, lifestyle and car collection.
Sanjiv Goenka Net Worth: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) suffered a crushing defeat against Pat Cummins and Co. Sun Risers Hyderabad on Wednesday, which put them in a tricky spot in the playoffs race. It was a dismal performance from LSG bowlers and their top-order in batting as Sunrisers Hyderabad crushed them at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
After the match, LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka was observed engaging in an animated discussion with skipper Rahul on the ground. It wasn't a pleasant scene, as Goenka seemed displeased with the team's performance. Many felt that such conversations should ideally take place in private, either in the dressing room or a meeting room, rather than in a public setting.
Sanjiv Goenka grabbed headlines in October 2021 with his acquisition of the IPL's Lucknow franchise. He outbid Gautam Adani, who also showed interest in the team. Goenka's winning bid amounted to Rs 7,090 crore, surpassing Adani's offer of Rs 5,100 crore. Remarkably, Goenka's investment was nine times higher than what Mukesh Ambani paid for acquiring the Mumbai Indians franchise. Here's all you need to know about LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's net worth and lavish Delhi residence.
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Who is LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka?
Sanjiv Goenka, the chairman of the RPSG group, oversees a workforce of over 50,000 employees. The company has diverse interests spanning across sectors such as carbon black, power, IT, retail products, media, entertainment, sports, education, and infrastructure. Additionally, he has served on the board of IIT Kharagpur.
Sanjiv Goenka hails from Kolkata and attended St. Xavier¡¯s College, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1981. He is married to Preeti, who is a qualified interior designer. The couple is blessed with two children, Shashwat and Avarna.
House of Sanjiv Goenka
The top business tycoon owns a luxurious bungalow in Delhi¡¯s Lutyens area. It is one of the most expensive houses in the capital.
Sanjiv Goenka has lived in the bungalow built by his great-grandfather, Sir Badridas Goenka, on a one-acre plot in the upscale neighbourhood of Alipore in south Kolkata, since his birth 53 years ago.
LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's net worth
Sanjiv Goenka indeed has diverse business interests. He is associated with the supermarket chain Spencer's, the snacks brand Too Yumm, and the publication Open magazine. These ventures showcase his entrepreneurial acumen and his ability to excel in various sectors. According to Forbes, his estimated net worth is $3.5 billion dollar (around Rs 29,225 Crore).
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