Dr. Jyotsna Suri conferred with Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award

Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson and Managing Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, has been conferred with the Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to India’s hospitality sector and her sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The award was presented by Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose, Governor of West Bengal.

The honour acknowledges Dr. Jyotsna’s visionary leadership and her role in shaping a more inclusive and progressive hospitality industry. Under her stewardship, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group has established itself as a leader in luxury hospitality while also setting industry benchmarks for equal opportunity, gender representation and LGBTQ+ inclusion. The Group is widely recognised for embedding people-first policies and inclusive practices into its business strategy.

A consistent advocate for inclusive workplaces, Dr. Jyotsna has championed initiatives aimed at empowering women and marginalised communities, making DEI a core organisational value rather than a peripheral initiative. These efforts have not only transformed internal corporate culture but have also influenced wider industry conversations around equitable employment and social responsibility.

Presenting the award, Governor Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose acknowledged Dr. Jyotsna’s contribution to nation-building through hospitality and her leadership in fostering an inclusive and equitable industry. Accepting the honour, Dr. Jyotsna expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to building a hospitality ecosystem rooted in diversity, equity and meaningful social impact.

The recognition further reinforces Dr. Jyotsna Suri’s standing as a transformative leader whose work continues to elevate Indian hospitality on national and global platforms.