Imphal: All the contestants for the 59th edition of Femina Miss India arrived here on Friday.
Hosted by the Manipur tourism department and co-presented by VLCC & Trends, the grand finale of Femina Miss India will be held at the Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium in Imphal on April 15.
After their arrival at Imphal International Airport, the leaders of various organisations welcomed the contestants. They also handed over the traditional clothes to them as a gift.
Welcoming the beauty queens in the state, Chief Minister N Biren Singh said, “Extending a hearty welcome to all the contestants of Femina Miss India to the Jewel of India, the Land of Culture, and a powerhouse of Indian sports, Manipur.”
“With the Grand Finale of Femina Miss India happening in Manipur, I hope you enjoy your stay in this beautiful state and carry the message of goodwill, friendliness, and the warm hospitality of Manipur on your departure,” CM Biren Singh added.
The grand finale will feature 30 state winners competing for the coveted crown. The winner will represent India at the Miss World pageant.
The 30 state winners shall be judged by a panel consisting of Femina Miss India Universe 2002 and Mentor Neha Dhupia, world boxing champion Laishram Sarita Devi, and designers Rocky S and Namrata Joshipura. Some of the former and reigning Miss India winners will also be putting on a dance performance during a fashion segment.
This is the first time the event will be held in Manipur and the northeast. With agency inputs
