Varad Ozakar

Co-Founder, Nova Strategic Operations (NSO), Advisor at Maharashtra Cyber Police

Speaker

Varad Ozarkar is the co-founder of Nova Strategic Operations (NSO), a firm at the forefront of AI-driven governance and secure technology for public sector and critical infrastructure. As advisor to the Maharashtra Cyber Police, he shapes cyber policy, drives digital transformation, and advances technology solutions for law enforcement, banking, and industry.

A qualified lawyer and recognised strategic advisor, Varad’s leadership spans building India’s first AI-enabled public sector hiring platform, designing citizen-centric tools for cybercrime response, and advising on complex, cross-border digital and regulatory challenges. He works directly with government ministries, multinationals, and financial institutions, and has played a leading role in international technology collaborations.

With a reputation for execution, clarity, and systems-level thinking, Varad bridges the gap between policy, law, and innovation delivering technology that endures beyond cycles and headlines. His work stands for institutional trust, national security, and the advancement of India’s digital future.