Overview

• The opening ceremony, held on May 10 at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, featured cultural performances, flag parades, and speeches by Julia Morley and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy.
• Over 115 contestants from more than 110 countries are participating in the three-week festival, which emphasizes cultural diplomacy and community empowerment.
• Enhanced security measures, including fire safety protocols and tightened regional monitoring, have been implemented to ensure smooth operations.
• Key events include a heritage walk at Charminar on May 13, competitive rounds starting May 20, and the grand finale on May 31 at Hitex Exhibition Centre.
• The pageant, with a budget of ₹52 crore, aims to promote Telangana as a global cultural and tourism hub while celebrating the ‘beauty with a purpose’ mission.