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'''Desai''' is an [[Indo-Aryan languages|Indo-Aryan]] administrative title and [[surname]] derived from the words "dah sai", which mean "ten parts". Desais were revenue collectors who looked after a region or area on the ruler's behalf and in return would get ten percent share of revenue. Historically, the rulers of Gujarat (Western India) were honoured with the title 'Desai' they are dominate cast of south gujarat,and also in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Desais can now be found all over the Indian subcontinent and can belong to various castes and communities.
Desai is also a surname found in the Konkan region of the Maharasthra state.
*[[Morarji Desai]] - The late Prime Minister of [[India]].
*[[C. D. Desai]] - Chunnilal Devkaran Nanjee: "Desai" - Indian philatelist.
*[[Kiran Desai]] - The renowned Indian author, who was awarded the [[Man Booker Prize]], 2006.
*[[Mahadev Desai]] - The secretary and assistant of [[Mahatma Gandhi]].
*[[Manmohan Desai]] - The late film director who gave numerous entertaining [[Bollywood]] flicks
*[[Meghnad Desai, Baron Desai]] - Economist and life peer of the [[British Labour Party]].
*[[Dr. Umedram Lalbhai Desai]] - Physian/Surgeon (1869-1930)
*[[Leela Desai]] - Famous Indian Actress/Producer
*[[Prachi Desai]]- Famous actress in Indian Film Industry
* Pranlal Desai- Active Leading Farmer Of Bhal Region.[[Dhandhuka]]
* Vinod Desai- Retired Indian Air Force.Settled In [[Dhandhuka]]
* Shailesh Desai- President Of Gujarat BSNL Franchiesses Association.
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