Hailey Pysadee makes Trinidad proud with Miss India Worldwide crown

Trinidad and Tobago’s Hailey Pysadee is being celebrated at home after capturing the Miss India Worldwide 2026 crown, marking a major international achievement for the 19-year-old representative. Pysadee, a Valsayn resident and paralegal studies student, emerged as the overall winner during the international pageant at the National Academy for the Performing Arts in Port of Spain. The competition brought together representatives of the Indian diaspora from around the world, with contestants showcasing culture, talent, confidence and heritage. Following the victory, an emotional message shared on Facebook offered a glimpse into the support Pysadee received from those closest to her throughout her journey. The writer affectionately referred to Pysadee as “Hails” and recalled telling her before she left for the competition that she would return as a queen. “I told you last week when you were about to leave, don’t worry baby, you will return as the Queen. You got this,” the message said. The tribute described Pysadee as someone who had been destined for great things from birth and praised her beauty, character and determination. One of the most emotional parts of the message reflected on Pysadee’s father, with the writer saying she believed he was celebrating her achievement “with the angels” and would have been overcome with pride had he been there to witness the crowning moment. The post also recognised Pysadee’s mother, sister and brother, saying they had all worked hard behind the scenes to support her journey. Pysadee’s victory adds another international pageant title to Trinidad and Tobago’s record. It is the country’s third Miss India Worldwide victory since 2023. Guyana’s Dhamini Meghoo finished as first runner-up, while Italy’s Monica Tanwar was named second runner-up. With the crown now secured, Pysadee begins a new chapter as Miss India Worldwide 2026, carrying Trinidad and Tobago with her on the international stage.