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Knight Frank India Appoints Viral Desai As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATESep 04, 2026•2 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Knight Frank India

Viral Desai
IndiaReal EstateConsulting

Description

Knight Frank India has appointed Viral Desai as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2027. Desai has been with the firm since 2007 and will oversee all service lines as the company embarks on its next phase of growth.

Company Information

Company

Knight Frank India

Location

India

About

Knight Frank India is a real estate consultancy with a strong presence in the market. The firm specializes in various sectors, including transactions, occupier strategy, and retail agency services. With a focus on growth, they are expanding their operations in the region. Knight Frank India is part of a larger international network.

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