KKR names K V Kamath as Sr Advisor for India business with immediate effect

The global investment firm looks to add value to its portfolio companies through access to its substantial network and the expertise of industry specialists

Global investment firm KKR has appointed eminent banker and former ICICI bank chairman K V Kamath as senior Advisor in its Indian operations.

KKR looks to add value to its portfolio companies through access to its substantial network and the expertise of industry specialists, including KKR’s senior advisors. His appointment is effective immediately, investment firm said in a statement.

In October 2021, he was appointed the Chairperson of India’s newly established National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development. The entity has been created to support the development of long-term infrastructure financing in the country.

Gaurav Trehan, Partner & CEO of KKR India, said,