India's hopes for the 74th Miss Universe crown were dashed early as Manika Vishwakarma, the contestant from Rajasthan, failed to secure a spot in the Top 12. The pageant, currently underway in Bangkok, Thailand, has been overshadowed by multiple controversies, including a dramatic exit, judicial walkouts, and public accusations of professional misconduct.

21-year-old Manika Vishwakarma , a Political Science and Economics student from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, represented India on the global stage. Having been crowned Miss Universe Rajasthan 2024, she was the first contestant to initially make it to the Top 30. However, her journey concluded as the finalists were narrowed down, missing out on the coveted Top 12 spot.

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