Breaking Barriers: First Indian to win crown in Ms category on a prestigious global platform .Sushmita Tripathi, Hailing from Uttar Pradesh

She has carved a remarkable path to become the first Indian to ever win the prestigious title of 2nd Runner-Up at the Ms International pageant 2025. This groundbreaking achievement marks a historic moment—the first time India has claimed a crown in this highly regarded international category, setting a new precedent for future contenders.

A Journey of Strength and Resilience
Her journey has been one defined by courage, perseverance, and defiance against all odds. Despite facing relentless bullying over her height and weight, and enduring harsh judgments about her appearance and personal choices, She never wavered and believed that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. She is not against fitness but against discrimination basis on looks and old social norms which don’t allow one to live their life in their own way. Questions like “When will you marry” were overshadowed by her determination to forge her own path.

Experienced a lot of ups and downs since childhood.As a B.Tech graduate, she took on part-time tutoring to support herself financially, demonstrating resilience amid hardship. Her unwavering spirit and drive eventually propelled her onto the global stage, where she now stands as an icon of empowerment.

Celebrated Achievements Beyond Beauty
Beyond the pageant crown, she is a distinguished TEDx speaker and was honored as Women of the Year 2025, National Icon 2024, and Youth Icon 2025. She is also counted among the "50 Under 50 Most Influential Personalities," a testament to her impact and influence.

Her dedication extends beyond personal accolades. Having worked with globally respected organizations such as UNICEF and WWF, she currently champions a socially critical issue—period poverty—through her work with an NGO founded by cricket legend Kapil Dev in 2003.

Her women empowerment subtitle at Ms International 2025 adds to her growing list of accomplishments, highlighting her active role in advocating for women’s rights and social causes.She is also an ambassador for letters2soldier community where they collect and write letters to our soldiers to pay tribute for their selfless service and dedication towards our country .

A Voice for Change and Inspiration
Currently authoring a book that reflects her love for poetry and finding the beauty even in nothingness , she aims to inspire others who face similar battles. Through her compelling storytelling and advocacy, she shines a light on the strength found in vulnerability and the power of gratitude.

Grateful for Every Step
Her journey was not without hardships, but each challenge has been met with grace and gratitude. She attributes her inner strength to her faith and the support she has received along the way. Her story is a beacon of hope for young women across India and the world—proof that perseverance, passion, and purpose can indeed rewrite history.

As the first Indian woman to claim the Ms International runner-up crown, she not only carries a prestigious title but also a symbol of possibility for generations to come.