Manika Vishwakarma Crowned Miss Universe India 2025, Champions Women’s Education
(OT Webdesk)In a dazzling finale held in Jaipur, Rajasthan’s Manika Vishwakarma emerged victorious as Miss Universe India 2025, succeeding Rhea Singha. She will represent India at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand this November.
The defining moment came during the final Q&A round, where Manika was asked to choose between prioritizing women’s education or providing immediate economic aid to impoverished families. Her response struck a powerful chord:
“Women have been deprived of education for generations, leading to poverty. If I have to choose, I will choose women’s education. Because educating one woman uplifts an entire generation, shaping the future of our country and the world.”
Her clarity and conviction earned thunderous applause and ultimately secured her the crown.
- 1st Runner-up: Tanya Sharma (Uttar Pradesh)
- 2nd Runner-up: Mehak Dhingra (Haryana)
- 3rd Runner-up: Amishi Kaushik
Manika’s win not only celebrates beauty and grace but also underscores the transformative power of education—especially for women. Her stance positions her as a compelling voice on the global stage, ready to represent India with purpose and pride.
