Dhaka, Nov. 21 -- The voting process for the Miss Universe pageant has been the subject of much controversy. Viewers in several countries, including the Philippines, have expressed anger over the sudden extension of the voting period without prior announcement.

Many have questioned the impartiality of the contest due to the organisers' decision.

According to the rules, the audience's voting opportunity was supposed to end last Wednesday night.

But according to the Miss Universe Bangladesh authorities and the Miss Universe app, the voting time for the 'People's Choice' round has suddenly been extended.

According to the new deadline, voting will be possible until 10:59pm on Thursday by going to the 'People's Choice Extended' option.

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