Brands
Digi Yatra flies high with 10 million downloads
MUMBAI: Digi Yatra is flying high! The Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI)-based platform, powered by facial biometric technology, has hit a major milestone with 10 million app downloads, firmly establishing itself as the new frontier in seamless, contactless air travel. Launched in December 2022, Digi Yatra has already streamlined over 45 million journeys across 24 airports in India, bringing a world of convenience to travellers.
This surge in popularity is a clear indicator of how well the platform has been received, offering not just privacy protection but a swift, hassle-free experience. With an impressive 30,000 daily app downloads, Digi Yatra is already setting benchmarks in the travel tech space.
Digi Yatra Foundation CEO Suresh Khadakbhavi said, “The 10 million milestone reflects the trust users have placed in us. We’re excited for what’s next, including breaking down language barriers with support for 22 Indian languages and launching international pilots with e-passports.”
2025 looks even brighter as Digi Yatra plans to extend its global footprint, with upcoming collaborations set to revolutionise international travel as well.
Brands
Rohini Laya Venkateswaran named executive director at Gillette India
P&G veteran with two decades of experience steps into leadership role
NEW DELHI: Rohini Laya Venkateswaran has been appointed executive director at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd., bringing with her more than two decades of experience across sales, strategy and brand leadership within the consumer goods sector. In her new role, she will help steer the company’s strategic direction and growth while strengthening its footprint in the grooming and personal care category.
Venkateswaran joins the board after a long career at Procter & Gamble, where she spent nearly 21 years shaping sales strategy, building brands and driving market expansion across India and international markets.
Most recently, she served as chief sales officer for India at P&G. Prior to that, she was vice president and country manager for east gulf markets, overseeing operations in Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar while also guiding sales strategy across the Gulf region, including the UAE.
Earlier in her career, she led sales strategy and planning for India while serving as marketing leader for brands such as Olay and Old Spice. During this stint, she focused on reshaping go-to-market channels and building awareness through digital, social and influencer-led campaigns to drive growth.
Her journey at P&G also included roles such as director sales strategy and planning leader India, associate director modern retail and ecommerce, regional manager for Delhi and Rajasthan, and several key account and trade marketing roles across the country. She also spent time in the United States working on the P&G Walmart international team, collaborating on global retail initiatives.
Venkateswaran holds an MBA in marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from RV College of Engineering.
With her mix of sales acumen, brand-building experience and global exposure, Venkateswaran’s appointment signals a sharpened focus on growth and market leadership for Gillette India.
