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Dr Jyotsna Suri

Art of leading from the front: An exclusive interview with Dr Jyotsna Suri, CMD, Bharat Hotels

Chairperson & Managing Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group

Dr Jyotsna Suri has been associated with Bharat Hotels since its inception. In 2006, she took on the mantle of Chairperson & Managing Director. Under her stewardship, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group became one of the leading privately-owned domestic hotel brands in India, with a focus on the luxury segment. The Group operates 12 luxury hotels, palaces and resorts under The LaLiT brand and two mid-segment hotels under The LaLiT Traveller brand across India’s key business and leisure travel destinations. The Group holds exclusive rights to operate and provide management consultancy services to a hotel in London, The LaLiT London.
Dr Suri has been conferred with the Order of The Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star by the Japan Government for her contribution towards strengthening strategic ties between India and Japan in economic and tourism sectors. She is the first Indian Woman to have received the Imperial honour since its commencement for foreign nationals in 1981.
Besides this, she has been the recipient of over 30 national and International awards and recognitions.

Success Mantras:
“I firmly believe that you must pursue whatever you are doing with full zest and dedication. Have faith in yourself and do the best you can. If you desire to be anything in life, then you must approach your goal with commitment and passion.
“The road to success is built on eagerness to learn, perseverance, patience and adaptability and the results will follow. There will be roadblocks, but do not give up. At the end of it, you will achieve success.
“These philosophies have been my compass throughout my journey, helping me stay on course in the face of challenges.”

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