Miss Grand International 2024 Resigns Amidst Controversy

Miss Grand International 2024 Rachel Gupta Steps Down Amidst Controversy India's Rachel Gupta, the reigning Miss Grand International 2024, has unexpectedly resigned from her title. The news broke on May 29th, 2025, sending shockwaves through the pageant world. In a statement posted on social media, Gupta detailed her experiences over the past months, citing "broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment" as the reasons for her decision. She stated, "Being crowned was one of my most cherished dreams...However, the months following my crowning have been marked by broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment I can no longer endure in silence." The Miss Grand International Organization quickly released its own statement, confirming the termination of Gupta's title, effective immediately. They also requested the return of the crown within 30 days. The organization's statement cited Gupta's failure to fulfill assigned duties, engagement in external projects without prior approval, and her refusal to participate in a scheduled trip to Guatemala as contributing factors to their decision. The organization's statement read, "This decision follows her failure to fulfill her assigned duties, engagement in external projects without prior approval from the organization, and her refusal to participate in the scheduled trip to Guatemala." While Gupta expressed sorrow to her supporters, she also indicated that the full truth of the situation would soon be revealed. The Miss Grand International Organization has not yet announced Gupta's successor. The incident highlights the pressures and potential challenges faced by international beauty queens.