India to host the Miss World pageant after a gap of nearly 3 decades | Details here

India is all set to host the 71st Miss World 2023 pageant after a gap of 27 years. The nation last hosted the event in 1996.

Reigning Miss World Karolina Bielawska along with Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Organization arrived in New Delhi on June 8 to announce the same and attended the inaugural press meet.

'India prepares to welcome the world with open arms with the 71st Miss World 2023 and showcase the country's grace, beauty, and progressive spirit. Join us in celebrating the power of women to make a difference, as we embark on this extraordinary journey together,' Miss World 2022, Karolina Bielawska said.

The beauty pageant is expected to take place in November-December. The official date hasn't been announced yet.

In a statement, Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of the Miss World Organization, said that contestants from over 130 countries will gather in India to showcase their talent, beauty, compassion, and intelligence. They will participate in a series of competitions including talent shows, sports challenges, and charitable initiatives.

India has won the Miss World contest six times, the first in 1966. Manushi Chhillar became the sixth Miss India World.

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