Shashi Bhushan (1924–2011) was an Indian independence activist, social worker, politician, writer and an institution builder.

[1] He was the founder of several organisations such as Rashtriya Ekta Samiti, All India Freedom Fighters' Organisation,[2] Punjab Ekta Samiti and the Institute for Socialist Education, and represented Khargone (Madhya Pradesh) ( 1967- 1971) and South Delhi constituency in the 5th Lok Sabha (1971–1977).

Shashi Bhushan was involved in the Indian freedom struggle and participated in the Quit India movement.

The Government of India awarded him the third highest civilian honour of the Padma Bhushan, in 2006, for his contributions to public affairs.

[10] He died on 30 September 2011, at the age of 86, succumbing to age-related illnesses, survived by his wife, son and daughter.