Pageant finalist encourages women to unlock their full potential

AN AMBITIOUS Pinetown accountant has been chosen as one of the 10 finalists to compete in this year’s Mrs India South Africa pageant.

For 36-year-old mother of one, Yesheni Singh Seeraram, this is the first time she has entered a pageant and if she wins, she is determined fulfil her mission to serve as a beacon of hope to those in need of help.

The Ashley resident, who possesses a deep passion for poetry and community upliftment projects, said, “Six finalists were chosen from KZN and four were chosen from Gauteng.

“This pageant provides a platform where I can motivate and encourage women to understand that we are pioneers of revolution, the epitome of virtue and characters of strength.

“The words of Mahatma Gandhi are very apt and resonate with me in each step that I take: ‘Be congruent, be authentic, be true to yourself.’

“I enjoy offering advice to those who are seeking direction and my journey thus far in the pageant has given me an opportunity to reach out to my community, as I am now more confident and equipped.

“I have been blessed with an incredible and supportive family, which includes my wonderful husband, Randhir Seeraram and my son, Shivy Singh Seeraram. I am eternally grateful for their continuous support . I live my life in a pragmatic and conscientious manner, with the desire to help my family, friends and community.”

In regards to the projects and organisations she plans to assist, Seeraram said, “I have and always will continue to support organisations like the

SCDIFA Cheshire Home in Chatsworth, a home for children with disabilities, and the Verulam Day and Frail Care Centre, which provides comfort and care for senior citizens.

“I encourage women to pursue their goals in life. Even after the birth of my child, I continued studying to obtain my desired qualification. If I can do it, any woman can.”

The pageant, which will include three segments, will be held at Sibaya in August.