Strella Luwang, daughter of Senior Freelance Journalist Ratan Luawang of Manipur is one among the 30 finalist contestants
IT News
Imphal, Apr 7:
It’s happening, those in the fashion industry in the state, photographers, and many fashion and model aspirants of the state today were enthralled as thirty grand finale of the Femina Miss India- 2023 walk out of the Bir Tikendrajit International Airport here in Imphal today. Photojournalists of the state were occupied clicking every move of the finale contestants, while fashion industry promoters enthusiasts, and supporters keep busy with their smartphone to capture the historic occasion.
Most interesting part of this Femina Miss India is that Strella Luwang, daughter of senior Free lance Journalist Ratan Luawang of Manipur is one among the 30 finalist contestants.
On April 13, the 59th edition of the Femina Miss India will be held at the Indoor Stadium, Sports Complex, Khuman Lampak, Imphal.
As the contestants walk from the airport, they were given warm welcome by performing with Manipuri traditional music performers in their traditional dress.
Manipur Chief Minister have also extended his heartfelt welcome to the contestants. In his facebook post the Chief Minister wrote – “Extending a hearty welcome to all the contestants of Femina Miss India to the Jewel of India, the Land of Culture, and powerhouse of Indian sports, Manipur.
With the Grand Finale of Femina Miss India happening in Manipur, I hope you enjoy your stay in this beautiful State and carry the message of goodwill, friendliness and the warm hospitality of Manipur on your departure”.
Manipur is hosting the Femina Miss India 2023 grand finale for the first time ever in Northeast India’s history.
The Tourism Ministry and the Times Group had signed an agreement to officiate the partnership and exchanged the agreement to hold the beauty pageant in Imphal, in the presence of Chief Minister N Biren and Vineet Jain, managing director, Times of India.
Earlier on Thursday, Chief Minister N Biren Singh, wrote in his facebook stating that the 59th Femina Miss India Grand Finale will be another opportunity to showcase the warm hospitality of the people of Manipur to visitor.
“Reviewed the arrangements for the 59th Femina Miss India Grand Finale which is going to be held in Imphal. The event will be another opportunity to showcase the warm hospitality of the people of Manipur to visitors and showcase our potential to host more such national events in the state,” Chief Minister Biren wrote on his Facebook post.