Emirates NBD has announced the appointment of Sharad Agarwal as the chief representative and country head for India. In his new role as India chief representative, Agarwal will oversee Emirates NBD's presence in India and take the overall responsibility to increase market awareness of the bank. He will report to Kevin Flannery, general manager-International, Emirates NBD.

Agarwal has previously headed Trade Sales, Factoring and Escrow business for Emirates NBD Group based at the bank's head office in Dubai.