20-year-old Rachel Gupta from Jalandhar became the first-ever Indian to secure the Miss Grand International crown, creating a historical moment in pageantry.
Rachel Gupta, a 20-year-old diva from Jalandhar, has made India proud by becoming the first Indian to win the Miss Grand International 2024 title. Her stunning beauty, intelligence, and grace have captivated the world. Let’s take a look at this prestigious title and Rachel’s charisma, which finally put India on the list of MGI winners.
This year’s Miss Grand International pageant has been particularly exciting for India as Rachel Gupta secured this prestigious title. This pageant is one of the most prestigious fashion events that addresses humanitarian issues and promotes global peace. The pageant was hosted in Bangkok, Thailand, and witnessed fashion divas from over 70 countries competing for the prestigious crown. Rachel, at the mere age of 20, showcased a remarkable performance with her charismatic poise, outshining the top contenders across the globe.
Rachel Gupta greatly impressed the audience and the judges throughout the final round of the Miss Grand International pageant, not only with her beauty but also with her presence of mind and smart answers. During the coronation night in Bangkok, Thailand, Rachel stood out among the top 5 contenders including Brazil, the Philippines, Myanmar and France. Finally, she outshined CJ Opiaza of the Philippines to secure the Miss Grand International crown. With this title, Rachel secured her position on the list of pageant winners in India.
Rachel Gupta’s winning answer at the Miss Grand International pageant was deeply focused on poverty being a pressing global issue, where she also highlighted the problems surrounding overpopulation. Her candid response was:
“The most critical issue today is poverty due to overpopulation and limited resources. World leaders need to take responsibility to ensure that resources are enough for everyone by promoting birth control methods globally.”
Rachel Gupta also pressed on the issues faced in her homeland, India, further securing her position as a humanitarian representative. She spoke about the need for better education, healthcare, and economic opportunities to uplift those in need, showcasing her compassion and understanding of global issues. Rachel shared:
“In India, not everyone has access to essentials like food, water, and education, which is the case in many parts of the world. We must stop conflicts and work together to secure resources for all.”
Rachel Gupta, despite being only in her early twenties, is already giving major competition to long-term model and actress, Lara Dutta, who has a record of having won ‘the most global pageant crowns won by an Indian’. With her latest achievement as the Miss Grand International 2024, Rachel is tied with Lara Dutta, both having secured two major prestigious crowns. Currently, Rachel’s inventory includes two major titles: the 'Miss Super Talent of the World 2022' and the 'Miss Grand International 2024'.
With already over a million followers on her IG, Rachel is on her new journey to serve as one of the global ambassadors for MGI to promote international stability and peace, while continuing her entrepreneurial pursuits. After winning the prestigious title, Rachel Gupta took to her Instagram to share the historical moment, staying rooted in her homeland. The queen wrote:
“WE DID IT! We won the first Golden Crown in Indian history. HAR MAIDAN FATEH. Thank you so much to everyone who believed in me! I promise, I will not let you down. I vow to be a Queen whose reign you’ll remember forever! With all my love, Rachel Gupta.”
Rachel’s journey is just beginning. We can't wait to see her achieve greater things and make India proud!
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