Pune, July 4, 2025: A vibrant celebration of individuality, strength, and purpose characterized the grand finale of Mrs. India – Empress of the Nation 2025, where Komal Vaidya was crowned the Winner in the Silver Category. The event, envisioned by the innovative duo Anjana Mascarenhas and Karl Mascarenhas of Diva Pageants, took place on June 29, 2025, at HYATT Pune, uniting women from all over India who exemplified grace, ambition, and transformation. With a sense of pride and humility, Komal’s journey represents a rediscovery – a courageous decision to prioritize herself after years of quietly placing others first. “This was a moment of choosing myself – and showing up, crown and all,” she expresses. Was she anxious? “Absolutely,” she replies with a smile. “But I was also prepared.
I had put in the effort. And it was time to embrace the moment. An architect by training, a brand leader by profession, a dancer by passion, and an advocate for animal welfare at heart, Komal Vaidya epitomizes the modern multifaceted woman. With a wealth of experience in interior design and currently at the helm of an e-commerce home décor brand, she effortlessly merges structure, creativity, and leadership — demonstrating that ambition and artistry can coexist harmoniously.
A trained Bharatnatyam dancer, Komal enchanted audiences during the talent segment with a graceful performance steeped in India’s rich hospitality traditions — a poetic reminder that elegance and strength often share a common rhythm. Who were her greatest inspirations that motivated her to enter the pageant? Her steadfast family, particularly her husband, Rishi Raj Barpujari, who encapsulated his pride in a heartfelt statement regarding her esteemed victory – “I always knew you had it in you.” And certainly the mentors who supported her – Anjana Ma’am and Karl Sir, whose guidance transformed courage into confidence.
