- Pragya Misra joins OpenAI as its first employee in India, appointed as Public Policy & Partnerships Lead.
- Misra expresses enthusiasm to contribute to India’s AI mission, emphasizing collaboration with stakeholders for societal benefit.
- With diverse experience in companies like Truecaller and WhatsApp, Misra brings a wealth of expertise to her new role at OpenAI.
OpenAI has appointed Pragya Misra as its inaugural employee in India, entrusting her with the role of Public Policy & Partnerships Lead. Misra, with her background in companies like Truecaller and WhatsApp, brings extensive experience in public affairs and combating misinformation to the table.
Expressing her excitement on social media, Misra highlighted her commitment to advancing OpenAI’s values of safety, transparency, and human-centric innovation. She emphasized collaboration with developers, academics, and policymakers to harness AI’s potential for societal benefit in India.
Misra’s appointment underscores OpenAI’s strategic move to strengthen its foothold in India’s tech market amidst competition from Google’s AI initiatives. With her diverse skill set and proven track record, Misra is poised to make significant contributions to OpenAI’s mission of advancing artificial intelligence for the betterment of society.
