Sun Jun 01 00:40:00 UTC 2025: **Hyderabad Hosts Miss World 2025 Amidst Controversy, Winner Takes Home Huge Prize**
**Hyderabad, India** – The Miss World 2025 competition, held in Hyderabad, Telangana, concluded on Saturday amidst a mix of glamour, controversy, and political uproar. This marks the first time India has hosted the prestigious event.
While the beauty pageant showcased contestants from approximately 140 countries, touring Telangana’s cultural landmarks such as Yadadri Temple and the Thousand Pillar Temple, the event wasn’t without its share of drama. Miss England abruptly withdrew from the competition, alleging mistreatment and exploitation, claiming she was treated like a prostitute and asked to be intimate with politicians and sponsors. These allegations are currently under investigation.
Beyond the controversy, the winner of Miss World 2025 will take home a grand prize of approximately ₹8.5 crore (approximately $1 million USD).
The event has also triggered political debate, with the opposition BRS party criticizing the ruling Revanth Reddy government for prioritizing a private beauty pageant. The BJP and various Hindu organizations also protested the event, deeming it inappropriate for traditional Indian values and calling for its cancellation.
Despite the controversies, the event put Hyderabad on the world stage.
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