Her dedication to social service earned her recognition globally. She was honored as an ‘Ambassador for Peace’ by the Universal Peace Federation of New York and was a Guest of Honor at the House of Lords in London in 2012. She proudly represented the Lions Club in the 4th of July celebrations in Virginia, carrying the Lions Club Flag in the marching parade.

In India, Sushil Bansal received numerous awards for her noble work from organizations such as Bharat Vikas Parishad, Aggarwal Sabha, Senior Citizen Committee, Brahma Kumaris, Readers and Writers Association, Narayni Sahitiyak Academy, Rashtriye Kavi Sangam Delhi, International Director of the Lions Club, and was honored as the ‘Women of the Year’ by the Senior Citizens Association, Chandigarh.

She celebrated life through relentless service to mankind, particularly through community projects in Zirakpur aimed at transforming the lives of underprivileged children. She facilitated literacy programs and provided classes in skills like beautician, sewing, and tailoring to empower impoverished women.

Born on April 17, 1946, in Shimla, India, Sushil Bansal attended Saint Thomas School and later graduated from Government Higher Secondary School in Chandigarh. She pursued higher education at Home Science College in Chandigarh and graduated with honors. She married Kishore Bansal, a Progressive Melvin Jones Fellow of the Lions Club, and together they raised four children—three daughters and one son.

Sushil Bansal, affectionately known as ‘Sheel didi,’ left a lasting legacy as a noble soul dedicated to service and compassion. Her life’s work continues to inspire me and countless others to strive for positive change through education, empowerment, and unwavering commitment to humanity.

~Devi Shwari