Rachel Gupta resigns as Miss Grand International 2024. Organisers say no, terminated
Gupta said she would share her full side of the story in a video soon, adding in her caption: 'The truth will come out very soon.''To all my supporters around the world: I'm truly sorry if this news has disappointed you. Please know this wasn't an easy decision, but it was the right one for me,' she said.Take a look at the post here:
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While Gupta pointed to a toxic environment, the Miss Grand International (MGI) Organisation painted a different picture.In a statement posted on social media, MGI confirmed that Gupta had been officially terminated from her position.The organisation accused Gupta of failing to honour her duties, pursuing unauthorised external projects, and refusing to attend an official trip to Guatemala.'The Miss Grand International Organisation hereby announces the termination of Miss Rachel Gupta's title as Miss Grand International 2024, effective immediately,' the statement reads. They also asked that she return the crown to the MGI Head Office within 30 days.Take a look at the post here:Rachel Gupta was crowned Miss Grand International 2024 on October 25 last year. She became the first Indian to clinch the title. The historic win also earned her the Grand Pageants Choice Award, placing her alongside Miss Universe 2000, Lara Dutta, as one of the most decorated Indian beauty queens on the global stage.
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