Hyderabad, Feb. 22 -- The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has opposed organising the Miss World competition at the temples and other sacred places in Telangana, and termed it a 'cultural jihad'. The organization has demanded that the Telangana government immediately withdraw its decision to hold the pageants in holy spots like Ramappa Temple, Yadagirigutta, and Ananthagiri Hills.

Telangana is gearing up to host the 72nd Miss World pageant this year. Julia Morley, chairperson and CEO of Miss World Limited, and Smita Sabharwal, Secretary to the Government of Telangana's Tourism, Culture, Heritage and Youth Affairs Department, made the official announcement three days ago.The Miss World pageant will be held between 4 May and 31 May.

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