CM joins Miss World crowning ceremony
The grand finale of Miss World 2025 witnessed a gathering of dignitaries and celebrities, with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and his wife in attendance.
Seated alongside veteran actor Chiranjeevi and his wife, the Chief Minister was joined by Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao and Hyderabad Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi at the global event held at Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad.
During the announcement of the winner, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy was invited on stage to be part of the crowning ceremony. Following the coronation, the Mayor officially declared the event closed.
Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the Miss World 2025 event. He extended special thanks to the Miss World Organisation, international participants, government officials, and delegates for making the event a grand celebration of beauty, diversity, and global unity.
Congratulating the newly crowned Miss World 2025, the Minister praised her for her elegance, talent, and inspiring presence.
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