Dr. Jyotsna Suri Honoured with the Governor of West Bengal’s Vande Mataram Vande Virasat Award

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

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

A strong advocate of inclusive workplaces, Dr. Suri has consistently championed initiatives that empower women and marginalised communities, embedding DEI as a core organisational value. Her efforts have not only reshaped 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 commended Dr. Suri’s outstanding contribution to nation-building through hospitality and her role in fostering an inclusive and equitable industry.

In her acceptance remarks, Dr. Jyotsna Suri expressed gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to creating a hospitality ecosystem that celebrates diversity, equity, and meaningful social impact.

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