Quick Info
| Profession | Hotelier, Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 20/07/1952 |
| Age | 73 years |
| Birthplace | Delhi |
Latest News about Jyotsna Suri
04/07/2025
Dr. Jyotsna Suri was named one of Fortune India's 100 Most Powerful Women in Business for 2025. The award was presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, recognizing her vision, leadership, and lasting impact on the hospitality sector.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Jyotsna Suri |
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| Other Name | Dr. Jyotsna Suri |
| Famous For | Taking 'The LaLiT' brand to new heights, expanding from 6 to 14 hotels and establishing it as one of India's leading luxury hospitality brands |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | The Lawrence School, Sanawar |
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| College | Miranda House, University of Delhi |
| Degree | Degree in English (Hons), Doctor of Laws (Honorary) |
Personal Life
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Hobbies | Art & Culture, Heritage Promotion, Reading |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widow | ||||
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Career
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| Current Position | Chairperson and Managing Director of Bharat Hotels Limited (The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group) |
| Career Start | Joint Managing Director (1989) |
| Leadership Since | 2006 |
| Major Achievement | Rebranded all luxury hotels under 'The LaLiT' brand on 19/11/2008 in tribute to late husband Lalit Suri |
| Portfolio | 12 luxury hotels, palaces and resorts under The LaLiT brand; 2 mid-segment hotels under The LaLiT Traveller brand; exclusive management rights to The LaLiT London; total of 2,261 rooms across properties |
| Industry Roles | Past President FICCI; Mentor, FICCI Tourism & Culture Committee; Mentor, DEI Committee, FICCI; Executive Member of HAI; Vice Chairperson of World Travel & Tourism Council, India Initiative; Member of Board of Governors for National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology; Member of Board of Governors of Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jyotsna Suri was born on July 20, 1952. | |
| 2. She gained success through working in various departments like housekeeping, food and beverage, and marketing. | |
| 3. Her husband, a parliamentarian, was an MP from Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 4. Jyotsana Suri is an art and heritage enthusiast who contributed to The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata's historical significance. | |
| 5. The Lalit is one of the few luxury brands in Srinagar. | |
| 6. She encourages women to believe in themselves and overcome challenges in any profession. | |
| 7. Her sources of inspiration include her parents, husband, and Mahatma Gandhi. | |
| 8. Jyotsna Suri supports environmental protection by utilizing solar energy and planting over 500,000 plants nationwide. | |
| 9. Jyotsna Suri is an art and heritage enthusiast who contributed to The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata's historical significance. | |
| 10. She is known as the High Priestess of Hospitality in India. | |
| 11. She has championed initiatives like #SheLeadsAtTheLalit and Project Disha to empower women and youth. | |
| 12. She has been a driving force in advocating for marginalized communities, including the LGBTQIA+ community and the specially abled. |