Islamabad, May 29, 2025: In an unexpected announcement, the Miss Grand International Organisation has officially announced the termination of Rachel Gupta title, Miss Grand International 2024. The update was shared through a Facebook post, stating the decision was effective immediately.
“This decision follows her failure to fulfill her assigned duties, engagement in external projects without prior approval from the organisation, and her refusal to participate in the scheduled trip to Guatemala,” the announcement read.
“As a result, the organisation has resolved to revoke her title with immediate effect. Miss Rachel Gupta is no longer authorised to use the title or wear the crown associated with Miss Grand International 2024.”
Furthermore, the organisation has demanded the crown to be returned to its head office in Bangkok within 30 days from the date announcement was made.
The news went viral across social media, as it is unusual for a winner to be dethroned mid-reign. Online communities quickly began to speculate, piecing together potential reasons behind the move.
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From reported contract violations and behavioral concerns to unresolved backstage disputes since the day of her coronation, netizens floated multiple theories. Some believe it could be a result of deeper, long-standing tensions between Gupta and the organisers.
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Meanwhile, Gupta’s supporters have come out strongly in her favour, pushing the hashtag #JusticeForRachel to trend in several countries. Fans are now demanding clear explanation from the Miss Grand International team for Rachel Gupta abrupt dismissal.
