India, March 12 -- Creating a truly inclusive tech industry requires more than just conversations-it demands action. Krithika Bhat, CIO of Pure Storage, shares her journey, the challenges women face in technology, and how companies can foster real change. From breaking biases to driving equitable opportunities, she highlights the importance of mentorship, leadership programs, and inclusive workplace cultures. In this exclusive interaction with Dataquest for International Women's Day 2025, we explore how the industry is evolving and what more needs to be done to ensure lasting progress.

I never actually set out to work in IT, but once I took the plunge, there was no looking back. My journey began fresh out of university when I joined Tata...