Nikita Porwal from Madhya Pradesh has been crowned Femina Miss India 2024 in a grand ceremony held in Mumbai on October 16, 2024, marking the 60th edition of the prestigious beauty pageant.
Highlights of the Pageant
- Crowning Moment: Nikita was crowned by Nandini Gupta, the Femina Miss India World 2023 titleholder, with actress Neha Dhupia placing the iconic Miss India sash on her.
- Runners-Up: Rekha Pandayy from the Union Territories secured the first runner-up position, while Ayushi Dholakia from Gujarat was named the second runner-up.
Nikita Porwal’s Journey
- Hometown: Nikita hails from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.
- Education: She completed her schooling at Carmel Convent Senior Secondary School and is currently pursuing her higher studies at Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
- Career: Starting out as a TV anchor at 18, Nikita has an extensive background in theatre, performing in over 60 plays and even penning a 250-page play titled Krishna Leela. She is also set to appear in a feature film that has already gained attention at international festivals.
Future Aspirations
With her new title, Nikita Porwal will represent India at Miss World 2024, joining the ranks of former Indian titleholders like Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra. Nikita expressed her admiration for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, praising her elegance and intellect as her source of inspiration.
The event, filled with celebrity appearances and performances, celebrated a significant milestone in Indian beauty pageantry.
