Hyderabad is set to host the 72nd Miss World 2025 beauty pageant from May 7 to 31, welcoming contestants from 140 countries to one of the world’s most prestigious events. Announcing the grand occasion, Telangana’s Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao emphasized that the event will not only celebrate global beauty and talent but also serve as a platform to showcase Telangana’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, and modern infrastructure on an international stage.
“With extensive international media coverage and millions of global viewers, this festival will put Telangana in the global spotlight, where ancient traditions harmoniously blend with modern aspirations,” the minister stated at a press conference on Thursday.
Miss World 2025: A Unique Opportunity for Telangana
The event offers Telangana a significant opportunity to highlight its dynamic tourism landscape, cultural richness, and world-class infrastructure. Minister Jupally Krishna Rao expressed confidence that hosting Miss World will greatly enhance the state’s global appeal, positioning it as a key tourism and investment destination.
Julia Morley, Chairman and CEO of Miss World Ltd, stated that Miss World is more than just a beauty pageant—it’s a platform for global goodwill, culture, and empowerment. She praised Telangana as the perfect host, citing its breathtaking landscapes, deep-rooted traditions, and modern outlook as an ideal setting for this international celebration.
Krystyna Pyszková, Miss World 2024, who won her title in Mumbai, shared her excitement, saying she was overwhelmed by the warmth and hospitality of Telangana, which will now share its story with the world.
Schedule of Events: A Grand Extravaganza
According to the Telangana government, contestants from across the world will arrive in Hyderabad on May 6 and 7, participating in a series of events leading up to the Grand Finale on May 31 at Hitex.
Key Highlights of Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad:
- Grand Opening Ceremony (May 10): To be held at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, featuring mesmerizing traditional Telangana folk and tribal dances.
- Tourism and Cultural Exploration: Contestants will visit iconic tourist destinations, including Buddhavanam, Chowmahalla Palace, Ramappa Temple, Yadagirigutta Temple, and Pochampally.
- Medical Awareness Initiative: Participants will tour major hospitals in Hyderabad to promote medical awareness.
- Miss World Sports Finale (May 17): To be hosted at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium.
- Continental Finale (May 20-21): Contestants will be judged within their respective continental groups at T-Hub.
- Miss World Talent Finale (May 22): To be held at Shilpakala Vedika.
- Head-to-Head Challenge Finale (May 23): Set to take place at ISB (Indian School of Business).
- Miss World Top Model & Fashion Finale (May 24): Hosted at Hitex.
- Jewelry and Pearl Show (May 25): A dazzling display of Hyderabad’s renowned pearls and jewelry industry.
- Miss World 2025 Grand Finale (May 31): The much-awaited crowning ceremony will take place at Hitex, where the next Miss World will be crowned.
Political Controversy Over Funding
While the event promises to be a grand spectacle, it has not been without controversy. Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K T Rama Rao (KTR) accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of allocating ₹200 crore for the Miss World event while allegedly failing to clear dearness allowance arrears for state employees.
“Spending ₹46 crore for a Formula-E race in Hyderabad was deemed wrong, but spending ₹200 crore of public money on Miss World, a beauty contest, is justified? What is this perverse logic? Can you please explain, Rahul Gandhi?” KTR posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
However, Telangana’s Principal Secretary (Tourism), Smitha Sabharwal, refuted the allegations, clarifying that the government is spending only ₹27 crore, with the majority of the event’s funding sourced through corporate sponsorships.
A Historic Moment for Hyderabad
Despite political debates, the Miss World 2025 pageant is expected to be a landmark event for Hyderabad, significantly boosting tourism, economic opportunities, and cultural exchange. With millions of viewers worldwide and international media coverage, Telangana will seize this golden opportunity to showcase its vibrancy and blend of heritage and modernity on a global platform.
As the world’s eyes turn towards Hyderabad in May 2025, the city is all set to dazzle with its grandeur, culture, and hospitality, welcoming delegates from across the globe for an unforgettable celebration of beauty, talent, and unity.