Bimla Bissell, Ambassadors’ Aide and a Social Hub in India, Dies at 92

Bimla Bissell, a well-connected social secretary to four American ambassadors to India, passed away at 92 due to complications of diabetes. She played a crucial role in organizing diplomatic events, including Jacqueline Kennedy’s visit to India, and was known for her vast social network and political astuteness. Bissell’s influence extended beyond diplomacy, as she also founded Delhi’s first progressive preschool, leaving behind a legacy as a guiding light for newcomers and a unique citizen-diplomat for India.

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