India has been chosen as the host country for the 71st Miss World 2023 pageant. The event will take place towards the end of the year, the Miss World Organization has announced.

India had last hosted the international contest in 1996.

“The 71st Miss World 2023 in India will promote charitable causes through philanthropic activities, inspiring contestants to make a positive impact in their communities and contribute to society,” the press release states.

Miss World Organization President and CEO Julia Morley, who was present at a press conference at Delhi’s Oberoi hotel on June 8, said the decision to present in India comes at a time when the entire world recognizes the subcontinent as a “fashion powerhouse”. India has a lot to offer to this world. The 71st Miss World 2023 will showcase the achievements of 130 national champions on her month-long journey through ‘Incredible India.’”

Contestants from more than 130 countries will gather in India to showcase their talents, taking part in a series of competitions, including talent showcases, sports challenges and charity initiatives.

Reigning Miss World Karolina Bielawska of Poland, who was also present at the conference, said she is excited to hand over her crown in this “beautiful country” that stands for the same values ​​as Miss World, claims a PTI report.

“India has the greatest hospitality in the entire world. It’s my second time here… and you guys make me feel at home. You uphold the same values… diversity, unity… Your core values ​​are family, respect , love , kindness and this is something we would love to show the world. There is so much more to see here and bringing everyone here for a month and showing all that India has to offer is the best idea,” he said. Miss World 2022.

India has won the title six times: Reita Faria (1966), Aishwarya Rai (1994), Diana Hayden (1997), Yukta Mookhey (1999), Priyanka Chopra (2000) and Manushi Chillar (2017).