Bhopal: Nikita Porwal from Madhya Pradesh has been crowned Femina Miss India 2024. Rekha Pandayy, representing the Union Territories, secured the second position, while Ayushi Dholakia from Gujarat was named the second runner-up.
Nikita, an actress who began her career as a TV anchor at the age of 18, received her crown from last year’s winner, Nandini Gupta, with Neha Dhupia adorning her with the Miss India sash.
The grand finale of the Miss India pageant took place in Mumbai on Wednesday night, featuring a performance by Sangeeta Bijlani, who also walked the ramp. The event saw appearances from notable personalities, including former Miss India Neha Dhupia, actor Raghav Juyal, and jury member Anusha Dandekar.