Shadow Correspondent
Jammu, July, 11
The prestigious Miss Universe pageant is making its debut in Jammu & Kashmir, a landmark event that celebrates the legacy of iconic winners such as Sushmita Sen, Lara Dutta, and Harnaaz Sandhu. This historic event is organized by Sana Dua, former Miss India and the first and only Miss India from J&K. Sana Dua, renowned for her extraordinary work through the years has taken up the mantle of State Director for Miss Universe Jammu & Kashmir.The grand event will take place on August 10th, 2024, at Vivanta Jammu City Centre. Participants from across the region will gather to compete, and one extraordinary woman will earn the opportunity to represent Jammu & Kashmir at Miss Universe India. This year’s pageant is particularly inclusive, allowing married, single, divorced, and separated women over 18, with no upper age limit, to participate. Miss Universe India Director, Nikhil Anand, who joined the pre-launch event, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative. “The Miss Universe J&K pageant is a significant step towards inclusivity and representation. I am thrilled to see the talent and potential that this region has to offer.”Having trained over 10,000 women and launched numerous careers in the modelling and beauty pageant industries, Sana Dua is a pivotal figure in bringing this transformative event to the state. Her students have joined talent agencies both nationally and internationally, with many representing India on global stages. Image And Beyond By Sana Dua, one of the top grooming platforms for women in Northern India, is the official grooming partner for the pageant. Vivanta Jammu City Centre, the official venue partner, hosted the pre-launch event where Mr Nikhil Anand and Sana Dua kicked off registrations and announced the final event date.
The hotel is proud to support this initiative that aims to uplift and showcase the incredible talent of Jammu & Kashmir’s women.
This groundbreaking event promises to be a significant milestone for Jammu and Kashmir, providing a platform for women to express themselves, gain recognition, and pursue their dreams. The Miss Universe Jammu & Kashmir pageant is set to inspire and empower, bringing the region into the spotlight for its talent and potential.For registrations and any enquiries/sponsorships/interviews, please WhatsApp: +91 95969 71988 / +91 99200 34693 and follow us on Instagram @missjammuandkashmir @duasana
