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Gurugram, 16 February 2026* – Nest Academy of Event Management & Development (NAEMD) Presents Femina Miss India Haryana 2026, a spectacular celebration of fashion, confidence, and contemporary Indian womanhood. Organised under the esteemed banner of the Miss India Organization and powered by visionary execution from NAEMD, the prestigious state finale unfolded in a dazzling high-fashion showcase, reaffirming Haryana’s growing prominence on India’s pageantry map.
Following the resounding success of the state auditions hosted at Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Dwarka, New Delhi, where hundreds of aspiring contestants stepped forward to chase their dreams, the journey culminated in the selection of the Top 15 finalists representing confidence, individuality, and next-generation leadership. The finale stood as a powerful continuation of that momentum, transforming aspiration into achievement on a grand stage.
The evening commenced with a captivating audio-visual recap of the statewide selection process, highlighting the scale, competitiveness, and transformative grooming journey undertaken by the finalists. From auditions to intensive training sessions, each finalist emerged refined, resilient, and runway-ready.
The stage came alive with the Finalist Introduction Round, where contestants showcased their distinctive personalities and cultural pride. This was followed by the impeccably choreographed Ramp Walk Round, demonstrating poise and technical finesse, and an engaging Q&A Round that spotlighted clarity of thought, awareness, and purpose. Together, the rounds presented a holistic portrait of beauty, intelligence, and modern leadership.
Celebrating individuality and standout attributes, special sub-category titles were conferred:
Miss Beautiful Smile — Harshita Yadav
Miss Glowing Skin — Dishti Bhardwaj
Miss Rampwalk — Riya Singh
Miss Photogenic — Cherisha Chanda
Miss Congeniality — Khushi Bisla
The defining moment of the evening arrived with the grand crowning ceremony, where Debasmita Gaur was officially crowned Femina Miss India Haryana 2026, marking the beginning of her journey toward the national stage and positioning her as the face of aspiration for young women across the state.
The prestigious finale was evaluated by an eminent jury panel comprising celebrated names across fashion, business, social impact, and wellness. The panel included renowned Fashion Designer Ken Ferns, Titleholder Nikita Porwal (Femina Miss India World 2024), Natasha Grover (Brand & Operations Head, International Pageants, Miss India Organization), Mehermeet Kaur (Femina Miss India Haryana 2023), Wellness and Lifestyle Mentor Parinita Mehta of MDM Group, Industry Leader Nimish Ajmera of Ajmera Group of Companies, and Arshia Rashid (Femina Miss India Maharashtra & West 2024). Their collective expertise ensured a holistic, merit-driven evaluation celebrating not just beauty, but intelligence, purpose, and personality.
The platform’s vision and execution were further strengthened by the leadership and guidance of the Board of Directors, including Dr. Balkishan Sharma, Founder and Chairman, Mr. Pravin Joshi, Founder Director along with Directors Mr. Vipul Solanki, Ms. Suchi Kothari, Mr. Paras Mehta, Mr. Jatin Asher, Mr. Jayesh Gada, Mr. Vishwadeep Newton, Mr. Gopal C. Sharma, Mr. Sumeet Singhania, and Shakir Shaikh – Fashion Choreographer, Show Director for the evening & Director, Nest Academy of Modelling & Grooming (NAMG), Dr. Sneha Asar & Mr. Rishi Sharma. Their combined expertise across education, strategic leadership, and industry excellence continues to elevate Femina Miss India Haryana to new benchmarks of professionalism and impact.
This year’s Femina Miss India Haryana was proudly Co-powered by Yuri Woori, bringing global standards of beauty and innovation to the forefront. The event was partnered by Worldwide Institute of Grooming & Pageants, ensuring the highest benchmarks of grooming and pageant excellence.
What made this edition particularly extraordinary was the seamless execution by NAEMD Students in association with NASM & ADI (Academy of Design & Innovation). For the first time at this scale, academic excellence met pageantry in a live industry environment, offering students unparalleled real-world exposure while delivering a production aligned with national standards of glamour and precision.
Supporting Inter-State Cultural Exchange, Supporting broader state tourism initiatives, the Femina Miss India Haryana finalists will step into the role of national cultural ambassadors. Using their widespread digital presence, they will actively promote inter-state travel, starting with a dedicated campaign to highlight the majestic heritage and travel destinations of Maharashtra. This cross-state collaboration demonstrates how modern pageantry empowers young leaders to create meaningful cultural connections.
With a strong presence from the fashion fraternity, media, and cultural influencers, the evening reaffirmed Haryana’s stature as a powerful contributor to India’s most aspirational pageant platform.
Femina Miss India Haryana 2026 stands as more than a crown, it is a movement of ambition, resilience, and transformation. As the newly crowned winner prepares for the national stage, the platform once again proves that when purpose meets preparation, dreams walk confidently into destiny.
