Hyderabad, Feb. 19 -- The 72nd edition of Miss World pageant is being planned to be held in Telangana from May 7 to 31, as announced on Wednesday, February 19, by Julia Morley, chairperson and CEO of Miss World Ltd alongside Smita Sabharwal, principal secretary to tourism, culture, heritage and youth affairs.

The opening ceremony and the grand finale of the pageant will be held in Hyderabad, whereas events will also be held in other destinations of the state.

The new winner will be crowned by Krystyna Pyszkova from Czech Republic, the winner of the 71st edition of the Miss World pageant in 2024.

The prestigious Miss World Festival will bring together participants from over 120 countries and territories, competing not only for the covet...