Ms. Desai holds honours degrees in English Literature from Delhi University and in History of Art from The National Museum in New Delhi, India. She is currently completing her PhD at the University of Birmingham, UK.
She was appointed to the Board of RHT Holding Ltd on December 12, 2017. She is a freelance writer and editor currently based in Mauritius. Her writing focuses on culture, food, and lifestyle stories.
She has also written extensively on sustainability issues and ethical business practices across various industries. Her writing has been featured in magazines such as Harper’s Bazaar, YouPhil.com, Sundays, and StarChefs.
She has also written for organizations such as the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, The Craft Revival Trust, and the Alkazi Foundation. She is a member of the Mauritius Institute of Directors (MIoD).