From Rajasthan to the world stage, Manika Vishwakarma's victory at Miss Universe India 2025 has not only brought pride to Rajasthan but also raised hopes for India to shine on the global platform

The grand event lit up Jaipur on Monday night with dazzling lights, music, and glamour as 48 contestants from across the country competed for the coveted crown. Amid cheers, confidence, and talent on display, Rajasthan’s daughter Manika Vishwakarma emerged as the winner, securing the title of Miss Universe India 2025

Manika outshone her fellow contestants with grace, elegance, and confidence. Tanya Sharma was declared the first runner-up. The glittering event took place in Sitapura, Jaipur, where thousands of spectators witnessed the vibrant celebration of beauty and culture

Each contestant showcased her individuality, but it was Manika’s confidence, presence of mind, and elegance that ultimately impressed the jury. With her triumph, Manika joins the league of Indian beauty queens who have gone on to make a mark internationally

The Miss Universe India 2025 is from Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan and currently residing in Delhi, where she is balancing her studies and pageantry preparations

A final year student of the Political Science and Economics degree, she won the Miss Universe Rajasthan title last year

A multi-talented personality, Manika Vishwakarma is a trained classical dancer and an excellent artist, with these achievements being just a few of her notable accomplishments. Her artistic excellence and talent have won her accolades from the Lalit Kala Academy and the JJ School of Arts

She has also represented India at the BIMSTEC Sewocon, an initiative organised under the Ministry of External Affairs

Manika is also a proud NCC cadet and has shared some pictures from her training days on her Instagram handle

Manika Vishwakarma is also the founder of Neuronova - an initiative dedicated to raising awareness about conditions like ADHD and reshaping conversations around these conditions. The aim is not to view these conditions as problems, but as unique cognitive strengths

The 22-year-old Manika will now be representing India on the global stage in Thailand this November. The Miss Universe will be crowned after extensive rounds evaluating talents and wit of the contestants

The finale was judged by Miss Universe India owner Nikhil Anand, actress and Miss Universe India 2015 Urvashi Rautela, and filmmaker Farhad Samji