Is Ela Bhatt A-List?
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No — Ela Bhatt is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1955F$0.001M
Graduated as Lawyer
Early career as lawyer, gaining experience.
1968D▲$0.01M+$0.009000000000000001M
Head of Women's Wing
Leading the women's wing of a textile union.
1972C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Founded SEWA
This was her major accomplishment.
1984B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Ramon Magsaysay Award
Wins the award for Community Leadership.
1986B$1M+$0.5M
Right Livelihood Award
Receives the Right Livelihood Award for her work.
2015B$3M+$2M
Chancellor of Gujarat Vidyapith
Continues work to educate and empower.
2022B$4.9M+$1.9000000000000004M
Death at age 89
Ela Bhatt passed away after a lifetime of advocacy.
2026B$5M+$0.09999999999999964M
Legacy of Women Empowerment
Bhatt's work continues to inspire and impact women's rights.
Last updated: February 25, 2026