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Rajasthan's Manika Vishwakarma Crowned Miss Universe India 2025 in Jaipur

She now advances to the November 21 Miss Universe in Thailand as a student‑advocate known for her Neuronova platform.

Overview

  • The August 18 finale in Jaipur, organised by the Glamanand Group, saw outgoing titleholder Rhea Singha crown Vishwakarma after a field of 48 contestants.
  • Tanya Sharma was named first runner-up, with Mehak Dhingra second runner-up and Amishi Kaushik third runner-up.
  • Her final-round answer prioritising women's education over immediate economic aid drew praise in coverage and was highlighted as pivotal to her victory.
  • Born in Sri Ganganagar and based in Delhi, she studies political science and economics, founded the neurodivergence initiative Neuronova, and earlier won Miss Universe Rajasthan 2024.
  • The jury included Urvashi Rautela, Farhad Samji and designer Ashley Rebello, and Jaipur hosted the national finale for a second consecutive year.