Mr Kushal Pal Singh (K P Singh), serves as the Chairman Emeritus of DLF Limited, India’s largest publicly listed real estate company, with residential, commercial, and retail properties in 15 states and 24 cities. Mr Singh has been instrumental in shaping modern India’s urban landscape. His visionary leadership has set new benchmarks in housing, urban development, and infrastructure, attracting significant domestic and foreign investments while fostering economic growth and employment opportunities.
In the early 1980s, Mr Singh spearheaded a paradigm shift in India’s housing and urban development sector. Advocating for public-private partnerships, he played a pivotal role in transforming Gurgaon into a model city, showcasing innovative approaches to urban planning and development. His unique model of involving farmers as Partners in Progress has revolutionized land acquisition practices in the country.
Mr K P Singh’s commitment to inclusive growth extends beyond business. He pioneered the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) and established the DLF Foundation, catalyzing positive change in education, healthcare, and community development. His philanthropic initiatives, including DLF Rural Learning Excellence Centres and Rural Primary Health Centres, have touched countless lives across India.
Mr Singh’s contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Bhushan award. He has been recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the world’s richest real estate barons and honored with the Indian Business Leader of the Year award. Most recently, he received the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 by Ernst & Young.
Even in his 90s, Mr K P Singh remains actively engaged in philanthropy, sports, and music. His establishment of the KP Singh Foundation underscores his enduring commitment to uplifting vulnerable communities.
Mr K P Singh’s legacy as a visionary leader, philanthropist, and changemaker continues to inspire generations, leaving an indelible mark on India’s socio-economic landscape.
His book:
Why Not? Business Blueprints from the Man Who Built DLF (forthcoming)