India, May 29 -- Rachel Gupta, the Miss Grand International 2024 announced that she has decided to step down from the contest. Rachel, in a social media post stated that this decision is due to the mistreatment and a toxic environment. She further wrote that in coming days she will be releasing a full video on the details behind this difficult journey.

Explaining the reason behind this decision, Gupta wrote "The months following my crowning have been marked by broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment I can no longer endure in silence."

"I ask for your compassion, your open hearts, and your continued support as I take this next step. Your love means more than you know" she added further.

Meanwhile, the Miss Grand Internati...