Kashmir to host Miss World 2023 in December, CEO says ‘emotional for us’

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In a shift that highlights the growing recognition of India's northernmost region on the global stage, the 71st edition of the Miss World pageant is slated to be held in Kashmir..

The announcement was made by Julia Morley, CEO of the Miss World Organisation, who termed the decision as 'emotional for us'...

It is emotional for us, to see such beauty, Morely, who is on a Kashmir visit, told the media..

The 71st Miss World 2023 press conference was held in Kashmir on Monday.. Morley said that the decision to hold the pageant in Kashmir was a "historic moment" for the country..

I thank you from the bottom of my heart, she said.. Morely further added that the Miss World crew was expected to arrive in Kashmir in November, while the event is scheduled to be held on December 8...

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