In the bustling culinary and hospitality world of India, Dr. Kailash Goenka stands out as a dynamic force. Often referred to as Kailash Goenka or Kailash Ramavtar Goenka, he is the founding visionary and current Chairman & Managing Director of the renowned Sankalp Group.

📌 A Legacy Rooted in Passion

What began in 1980 as a single-specialty restaurant in Ahmedabad has blossomed into Sankalp Group’s global hospitality empire Under the guidance of Dr. Kailash Goenka Sankalp Group, the company expanded beyond Indian cuisine. Over the years, he introduced innovative concepts like Sam’s Pizza (1999) and Saffron (2001), broadening Sankalp’s culinary mastery.

🚀 Growth & International Reach

Today, Sankalp Group, steered by Dr. Kailash Goenka, boasts over 250 restaurants across countries including the USA, UK, Canada, UAE, Germany, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, and New Zealand sankalp-group.org. This global footprint reflects his strategic vision and commitment to preserving Indian culinary identity while adapting it for worldwide taste.

🌐 Innovation Beyond Restaurants

Dr. Kailash Goenka’s influence extends beyond dining. The Sankalp Group now successfully operates across packaged food manufacturing, exports, hoteliering, and real estate sectors—thanks to his diversified approach to business growth.

🏆 Recognitions That Speak Volumes

The journey of Kailash Ramavtar Goenka and the Goenka Sankalp Group is marked by prestigious accolades:

• Twice featured in the Guinness Book of World Records

• Named “Most Authentic Indian Restaurant” by Gujarat Tourism 
• Honored by AsiaOne Magazine as one of India’s greatest leaders in 2022

• Awarded the title of Navratna of Gujarat by Divya Bhaskar in 2024 

In 2018, he was also conferred a Doctor of Excellence, Honoris Causa (Hospitality Management) by Young Scientist University in the USA—a testament to his global impact on the hospitality sector

🏨 Latest Ventures & Strategic Partnerships

Under his leadership:

• Sankalp Group launched Ramada Ahmedabad in 2010 and the Ramada Encore at the Statue of Unity in 2019 
• More recently, the group partnered with Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) to open Taj Skyline in Ahmedabad—bringing a world-class brand to its growing portfolio

🧭 The Vision Ahead

With strong ambitions, Dr. Kailash Goenka Sankalp Group aims to operate over 500 restaurants by the end of 2025. His philosophy combines strategic expansion, innovation in packaged foods, and investments in real estate and hospitality to create a truly global Indian brand.