According to a recent study, Karnataka has been ranked as India?s top job creating state . Within Karnataka, ITES accounted for over 65% in job openings. Bangalore, the silicon valley of India, has once again emerged as the topper in commercial office space. There is an obvious correlation between job creation and commercial real estate as well as the preparedness of the city to attract talent, as cities have now evolved as potential destinations for attracting business from within and outside India.

I call Bangalore home now, and I must admit that Bangalore, despite its limitations, is a very adaptive city. It grows and evolves and tries to meet the changing demands of the occupiers. From a pensioner?s paradise to Silicon Valley to Start-up hub, Bangalore continues to transform itself. As I have expressed previously, Bangalore has the potential to develop into a smart sustainable urban destination.

From co- working spaces to business centres to large business parks, Bangalore caters to different occupiers as well as occupiers who are in different stages of their growth cycle.

By Karun Varma

As the India lead for Office Business at DLF, I am leading the leasing domain and expansion plans for DLF’s office assets. Currently with a span of over 40 million sq.ft. and growing, this portfolio represents tenants that list in the Fortune 500 global companies. At DLF, we prioritize tenancy services, underpinned by rigorous measures and processes, affirming our status as an unmatched leader in the industry. My goal is to grow the portfolio and continuously improve our service levels. With over 25 years in the services sector and a significant tenure in property consulting, my journey has been marked by stints at renowned firms like Jones Lang LaSalle and Cushman and Wakefield (formerly DTZ). My tenure at JLL and C&W was characterized by consolidation and growth across various service lines, particularly in South India region. My passion lies in driving business growth and enhancing client experience.

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