Miss Grand International 2024 Quits, Exposing Allegations of Mistreatment

Miss Grand International 2024 Resigns, Alleging Mistreatment and Manipulation Rachel Gupta, the reigning Miss Grand International 2024, has resigned from her title, leveling serious accusations of mistreatment and manipulation against the organization. In a video posted online by Peruvian news outlet ATV Noticias, Gupta recounted her experiences, detailing a period of isolation and emotional distress. "They sent me to a house far away, without food, a car, or even a phone to contact my family," Gupta stated, her voice filled with emotion. "It was a living hell." She also described instances of being pressured about her weight, alleging that a representative would pinch her and point out areas where she needed to lose weight. The video also reveals that Gupta claims she was never given her prize money and was threatened with losing her crown if she spoke out. The Miss Grand International organization has yet to publicly respond to these accusations. The incident highlights concerns about the well-being of contestants in beauty pageants and the need for greater accountability within such organizations. Gupta's brave decision to come forward encourages other contestants to speak out against any form of mistreatment.