Dr. K. V. Satish
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| Dr. K. V. Satish in 2025 | |
| Born | 19 June 1977 (age 48) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Business Management Graduate (Visakhapatnam) |
| Alma mater | Mysore University (MBA) |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur & Philanthropist |
| Years active | 2005 – Present |
| Known for | Founder & Chairman of DS-MAX Properties Pvt. Ltd. |
| Notable works | Establishing DS-MAX Group, Affordable Housing Projects, Philanthropic Foundations |
| Awards | Nada Prabhu Kempegowda Award Innovative Entrepreneur Award Young Achiever Award |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Parents | Kilaparthy Samba Murthy (father) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | See below |
Dr. K. V. Satish (Kilaparthy Velankanni Satish) is an Indian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the Founder and Chairman of the DS-MAX Group. He is most known for creating DS-MAX Properties Pvt. Ltd. in 2007 with the goal of offering middle-class people affordable housing under the motto "Sharing the Joy of Living," which has grown to become one of South India's fastest-growing real estate brands. Prior to switching to real estate during the city's housing boom, Satish started his career in Bengaluru marketing small-scale products. With varied interests in building materials, interior design, healthcare, and finance, the DS-MAX Group has now grown throughout Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. Alongside his business endeavors, he is actively involved in philanthropy through the Aashra Foundation and the KVS Fans Charitable Trust, which prioritize disaster relief, healthcare, education, food distribution, clothing, and shelter. He has received several awards in recognition of his entrepreneurial and humanitarian contributions, including the Nada Prabhu Kempegowda Award (2014), the Young Achiever Award (2015), and the Innovative Entrepreneur Award (2015), and has been featured by Forbes as a Globally Recognised Indian Brand Leader.
Early Life & Education
Dr. K. V. Satish (Full name: Kilaparthy Velankanni Satish) was born on 19 June 1977 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. His father’s name is Kilaparthy Samba Murthy.
After graduating from Visakhapatnam with a graduate degree in business management, he went on to Mysore University to earn his Master of Business Administration (MBA). His name includes the prefix "Dr.", which is an honorary title given in appreciation of his contributions to society and his profession.
Career
The professional journey of Dr. K. V. Satish is often described as a classic “rags to riches” narrative. He started his career marketing encyclopedias, dictionaries, and children's books that were imported from Mumbai and China after relocating to Bengaluru. His first day's turnover of ₹3,000, which was barely enough to pay for a hotel room, is a frequently cited anecdote that highlights his tenacity and resourcefulness.
His foray into the real estate industry was made possible by this early stage of product marketing. In 2005, Satish turned his attention to promoting residential apartments after realizing how quickly Bengaluru's real estate market was expanding. His efforts paid off in 2007 when DS-MAX Properties Pvt. Ltd. was formally established, a date that is regularly recorded in business records.
In its first year of operation, the company started with two projects, and in 2008, it swiftly added eight more. DS-MAX quickly made a name for itself as a newcomer to the affordable housing market. With a reputation for providing high-quality housing at reasonable costs, the DS-MAX Group currently serves thousands of clients throughout South India.
Founding Growth
As evidenced by the company's motto, "Sharing the Joy of Living," Dr. K.V. Satish founded DS-MAX Properties Pvt. Ltd. with the goal of offering middle-class consumers high-quality, reasonably priced housing. The business has expanded greatly since its founding, entering Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Bangalore. With thousands of homes delivered and a reputation for dependability and customer-focused service, DS-MAX has emerged as one of South India's fastest-growing real estate brands.
Business Diversification
DS-MAX Group began as a real estate developer and has since expanded into a multi-sector conglomerate. To ensure constant quality, the company has vertically integrated into related industries such as mining, interior design, facility management, ready-mix concrete (RMC), UPVC, aluminum, and construction material manufacturing. In order to support long-term community development and economic growth, it has also branched out into non-allied industries like finance, commercial buildings, and healthcare. A sustainable and forward-thinking business model is reflected in DS-MAX's ability to offer a full ecosystem of services, from construction to post-completion support, thanks to its strategic diversification.
Notable Works
Dr. K. V. Satish has led a number of initiatives that characterize his career as the founder and chairman of the DS-MAX Group. Under his direction, the business has grown to be a significant force in the Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka affordable housing markets, providing thousands of families with high-quality homes. In order to ensure vertical integration and quality control, he has carefully expanded the group's business beyond real estate into related sectors like facility management, interior design, mining, ready-mix concrete (RMC), UPVC, aluminum, and other building materials. In order to create a diversified and sustainable business ecosystem, the group has also ventured into non-allied industries like healthcare, finance, and commercial buildings.
Philanthropy
Public Activities
Under the leadership of Dr. K.V. Satish, the DS-MAX Group has demonstrated a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility through the KVS Charitable Trust. Its initiatives focus on essential human needs such as food, health care, clothing, education, shelter, and disaster relief. The Group provides meals to the underprivileged, organizes medical camps, blood donation drives, and free cataract surgeries for senior citizens, and distributes clothes and footwear to the needy. It also supports education for disadvantaged children through the “Kit of Joy” program and scholarships. Staying true to its mission of affordable housing, DS-MAX promotes the vision of “a home for every Indian.” During natural calamities, the company provides swift relief, including major contributions for cyclone-affected communities, ensuring that its work extends beyond building homes to fostering dignity, hope, and empowerment.
Charitable Foundations
To expand his philanthropic mission, Dr. K.V. Satish established the Aashra Foundation and the KVS Fans Charitable Trust, both of which are actively engaged in welfare initiatives across Bangalore and nearby regions. These organizations manage orphanages for abandoned and underprivileged children, arrange mass marriages for financially challenged families, and distribute wheelchairs to the physically disabled. Together, they reflect Dr. Satish’s belief that true success lies in serving humanity. By integrating these charitable activities with the company’s vision, he has positioned the DS-MAX Group as more than just a real estate leader, but also as a socially responsible institution dedicated to positive social transformation.
Achievements and Recognition
Dr. K.V. Satish has received widespread praise for his humanitarian work and exceptional business acumen. In recognition of his contributions, a Sri Lankan university awarded him the honorary title of Doctor of Honors. For his committed service to the poor, he has won numerous prestigious awards both nationally and regionally, including the Nada Prabhu Kempegowda Award (2014), Young Achiever of the Year (Karnataka), and the Great Son of Karnataka Award. His creative business strategy has also earned him the Most Enterprising CEO of the Year award and Innovation 100 Inc.'s Innovative Entrepreneur Award.
Along with receiving personal honors, DS-MAX Group, which he led, has continuously been named one of the fastest-growing real estate brands in South India. Forbes highlighted Dr. Satish's business vision and global influence by listing him among Globally Recognized Indian Brands and Leaders. His reputation as a business leader and humanitarian is further supported by an examination of his career, which reveals not only a consistent award accumulation but also a deliberate effort to match professional accomplishments with social responsibility.
Awards
| Award/Title | Year | Awarding Body/Source |
|---|---|---|
| Nada Prabhu Kempegowda Award | 2014 | Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) |
| Innovative Entrepreneur Award | 2015 | Innovation 100 Inc. |
| Young Achiever Award | 2015 | ABP News National Channel |
| Bharat Gaurav National Award | N/A | Indian Achievers Group, New Delhi |
| The Great Son of Karnataka Award | N/A | N/A |
| Rashtriya Ratan Award | N/A | N/A |
| Most Enterprising CEO of the Year | N/A | N/A |
| Forbes Recognition | N/A | Forbes |
| Award/Title | Year | Awarding Body/Source |
|---|---|---|
| Best Employer of the Year | 2011 | Indian Achievers Group, New Delhi |
| Fastest Growing Indian Construction Company Excellence Award | N/A | N/A |
| Arch of Excellence Award | N/A | N/A |
| Top Reliable Developer of the Year | 2019 | ET Business Excellence Award (Times Group) |
| Most Loved Real Estate Brand of the Year | 2021 | N/A |
| Most Trusted Real Estate Brand of the Year | 2022 | N/A |
| Excellence in Architectural Innovation Award | 2023 | N/A |
| Most Respected Real Estate Leader | 2023 | Hurun |