A D Desai, born on October 2, 1942, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1978 Gujarat cadre. He holds graduate degrees in Law and Physics. Throughout his career, Desai served in various capacities including Secretary, Director, Commissioner, Registrar, District Collector, Under Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Deputy Collector, and OSD to Minister. His most recent position was Managing Director at the Narmada Valley Development Authority, Gujarat, from July 6, 2000, to October 31, 2002. Desai’s extensive service reflects a broad administrative experience within the Gujarat state government.