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Her next is Rachel Gupta, the girl from Jalandhar who won the first title on Indian soil. She participated at this year’s Miss Grand International recently held on October 25 in Bangkok, Thailand when she competed with more than 70 candidates. And this young girl made an entry into the Indian radar that showed a break in terms of Indian presence in worldwide pageants as she bagged her title along with the Grand Pageants Choice Award.
A Journey of Determination and Hard Work
Rachel’s journey to this title has been an inspiring one. She was the winner of Miss SuperTalent of the World back in 2022. This victory had put her in the international spotlight, and it helped build confidence for this year’s Miss Grand International. In the first half of 2024, she emerged as Miss Grand India, which granted her entry to the Glamanand Group-hosted global competition. Throughout her pageant career, Rachel had expressed her commitment towards inspiring young women, particularly Gen Zs, towards chasing their dreams without the fear.
Breaking Stereotypes and Inspiring Young Indians
A constant self-empowerment advocate, Rachel has repeatedly emphasized the need for confidence and resilience. She says about her journey: “I realize that most women are hesitant about chasing their dreams… I hope my journey inspires and encourages them to have aspirations, break the chains, and work towards accomplishing their dreams.” With this victory, she stands as a role model, urging young women to redefine boundaries and chase their ambitions.
The Iconic Winning Moment
After winning the title of Miss Grand International, Rachel shared her happiness with her fans by posting, “WE DID IT! We won the first Golden Crown in Indian history. HAR MAIDAN FATEH.” Her thanks also went to the fans and family who followed her journey. This historic win has been well-applauded in India, with Rachel’s achievement echoing as a proud moment for the nation’s pageantry community.
It represents what the Miss Grand International Title means.
Miss Grand International is not just about beauty, but for its cause against violence and war. With the pageant theme this year as “Stop the War and Violence,” global unity and peace are called upon because Rachel personally believes in it. Winning the title hasn’t just made Rachel a voice for these causes, but also ensured that she’d spread the awareness of international issues while representing India on the world stage.
From Jalandhar to Global Fame
This Jalandhar girl highlights the growing sense of inclusivity and cross-cultural relevance of Indian talent in the beauty and fashion industries. She joins ranks with influential beauty queens whose platforms have been used as a means to champion the cause of meaningful issues within India, reinforcing India’s cultural presence in international pageantry.
Looking Forward: Rachel’s Goals and Future Aspirations
Beyond the crown, Rachel looks forward to inspiring others to be gender equal and a youth icon. Her attention to social causes, accompanied by her determination, foretells a bright future in her impact as Miss Grand International. India’s pride in her achievement has laid the ground for future Indian contestants to aim for titles across the globe and continue breaking new barriers.
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