Rajkot: Dr. Sushilaben Keshavlal Seth, former cabinet minister and dedicated social worker, passed away on Thursday at the age of 95. Her death has sparked a wave of mourning among the Jain community and public life in Rajkot. Her body was kept for a final viewing at Kanta Mahila Vikas Grih before being cremated at the Ramnath Para crematorium.
Throughout her life, Sushilaben devoted herself to public service. Born into a family of social workers on March 26, 1928, she excelled academically, pursuing medical studies and earning a higher degree in gynecology. Sushilaben entered politics with the aim of serving her community and successfully held the position of Social Welfare Minister of Gujarat State.
Inspired by her elder sister Heeraben, a freedom fighter and pioneer of women's awareness, Sushilaben abandoned her medical career to focus on uplifting society, with a particular emphasis on women's issues. She remained dedicated to social service until her final days.
Dr. Sushilaben was instrumental in founding numerous organizations, including Kanta Mahila Vikas Grih, G.T. Seth Orthopedic Hospital, G.T. Seth Cancer Hospital, K.K. Seth Physiotherapy College, G.T. Seth School, H.T. Hospital, and Shanti Seth Eye Hospital.
A prayer meeting in her honor will be held on Saturday at Keshavlal Tilakchand Seth Vidya Bhavan, Kanta Stree Vikas Grih near Dhebar Road, from 4 pm to 6 pm.
