Okta appoints two senior execs in leadership roles

As part of its latest expansion plans in India, Okta,a digital identities firm on Thursday appointed Atul Agarwal as the Regional Vice President (RVP) and Country Head for Okta India, along with Nikhil Hasija as the Head of the India Innovation Center.

Agarwal, a veteran in the IT industry for almost two decades, will lead Okta's sales in India. He will make sure that Okta becomes a big player in India's fast-growing world of online security and digital identity. With his broad expertise, Agarwal will be key in bringing secure and smooth digital experiences to Indian businesses and government agencies. 

Hasija, a tech expert and former CEO of Azuqua, will lead the India Innovation Center in Bengaluru. This center will be a hub for creating top-notch identity solutions, helping Okta lead the world in managing who gets access to what. Hasija's tech know-how will be super important in making Okta's identity and access solutions better on a global scale. 

Neville Vincent, Okta's Vice President of Asia, said, "India's lively digital scene is super important for Okta, and hiring Agarwal and Hasija is a big step in strengthening our presence here." 

Agarwal sees India not just using digital solutions but creating them too, contributing to its amazing digital growth. While Hasija wants to mix innovation and security, putting India in the spotlight globally. 

Okta's move in India is part of its plan to support India's growing online world. The company is committed to making strong partnerships that will help India's businesses and government groups be more secure and innovative. With these new hires, Okta aims to play a big role in India's digital revolution, making sure businesses and government groups feel safe in the growing online world.