About the Founder - Shalmalee Pandita
Shalmalee Pandita is the visionary mind behind BuyVarmala, celebrated across India as a symbol of strength, independence, and unwavering resilience. Her story is one of rising above challenges, transforming adversity into purpose, and reinventing modern entrepreneurship with authenticity.
With 16+ years of experience in software development and business analysis, she transitioned from a thriving corporate career to introduce something India had never seen before India’s first online varmala platform that beautifully blends tradition with technology.
Driven by a passion to restore authenticity, craftsmanship, and emotion in wedding rituals, she built BuyVarmala to make premium varmala designs accessible across India while creating meaningful livelihood opportunities for underprivileged women and skilled artisans.
With 16+ years of experience in software development and business analysis, she transitioned from a thriving corporate career to introduce something India had never seen before India’s first online varmala platform that beautifully blends tradition with technology.
Driven by a passion to restore authenticity, craftsmanship, and emotion in wedding rituals, she built BuyVarmala to make premium varmala designs accessible across India while creating meaningful livelihood opportunities for underprivileged women and skilled artisans.
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A Journey of Grit, Grace & Innovation
Before becoming an entrepreneur, Shalmalee worked as a Senior Business Analyst at Tech Mahindra, where she led global digital transformation initiatives.
Her excellence earned her the Digital Warrior Award for innovation in digital strategy.
She has also been recognized with:
These milestones reflect her commitment to innovation, integrity, and meaningful impact.
Her excellence earned her the Digital Warrior Award for innovation in digital strategy.
She has also been recognized with:
- Bharat Udyog Gaurav Puraskar for excellence in entrepreneurship
- Felicitation by His Grace Radhesham Prabhu (IITian & ISKCON Pune President) for her contribution to student research and technology
- Prestigious wedding clientele, including families such as the daughter of Manikchand Dhariwal
These milestones reflect her commitment to innovation, integrity, and meaningful impact.
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Purpose-Driven Leadership
What truly defines Shalmalee is her resilience. Having overcome life challenges few can imagine, she believes that BuyVarmala is more than a business
it is a platform shaped by strength, compassion, and empowerment.
Her leadership reflects her identity as someone who walks her own path, remains unshaken by adversity, and inspires others through her journey.
it is a platform shaped by strength, compassion, and empowerment.
Her leadership reflects her identity as someone who walks her own path, remains unshaken by adversity, and inspires others through her journey.
She also is a:
Multiple Marathon Medalist
Dedicated Yoga Practitioner
Advocate for discipline, wellness, and resilience.
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Her Vision for BuyVarmala
Shalmalee aims to build India’s most trusted varmala brand, grounded in authenticity, purpose, and artistry.
Her vision focuses on:
Her vision focuses on:
Premium Handcrafted Varmala Designs
Emotion-driven wedding experiences
Authentic Indian Artistry
Ethical employment opportunities for artisans
Reliable and seamless nationwide service
Her goal is simple yet powerful:
Every varmala should carry a story of love, tradition, and the hands that crafted it.
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