Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson and Managing Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, Honoured with the Governor of West Bengal’s Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award

Dr. Jyotsna Suri receives the Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award for DEI-led, people-first leadership in hospitality.

Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson and Managing Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, was conferred with the prestigious Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award by His Excellency Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal, in recognition of her exemplary contributions to the hospitality industry and her steadfast commitment to promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

The honour celebrates Dr. Suri’s visionary leadership and her significant role in shaping India’s hospitality landscape through innovation, inclusive growth, and progressive people-first practices. Under her leadership, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group has emerged as a pioneer in luxury hospitality while setting industry benchmarks for equal opportunity, gender diversity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion.

A strong advocate of inclusive workplaces, Dr. Jyotsna Suri has consistently championed initiatives that empower women and marginalised communities, embedding DEI as a core organisational value. Her efforts have not only transformed corporate culture within the Group but have also influenced broader industry practices across the country.

Presenting the award, His Excellency Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose acknowledged Dr. Suri’s outstanding contribution to nation-building through hospitality and her role in fostering an inclusive and equitable industry.

Receiving the honour, Dr. Jyotsna Suri expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to creating a hospitality ecosystem that celebrates diversity, equity, and meaningful social impact.

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