Telangana's capital prepares to host delegates from 120 nations as Miss World returns to India
Hyderabad is finalizing preparations to host international Miss World 2025 pageant, which will be held in a set of venues in the city. With the Telangana State Tourism Department taking the lead, preparations for the glamorous event are nearing completion. The international contestants who are taking part from 120 countries will start arriving by the 8th of May before the actual onset of the contest on May 10 at the Gachibowli Stadium. The culmination finale is set for the 31st of May.
Julio Evelyn Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Limited, arrived in Hyderabad on Friday. She was traditionally welcomed at Shamshabad Airport and will personally visit the ongoing preparations to judge them.
Summer Heat to be Beaten with Evening Events
To accommodate Hyderabad's hot weather during summer, most of the pageantry-related activities will be carried out late in the afternoon or evening. Telangana tourism officials fixed that events would usually begin after 4:30 p.m., while there will only be a limited indoor activity that will be carried out in the morning hours within three days. These activities are being organized in collaboration between Miss World Limited and the Telangana State Tourism Department.
The agenda has scope for cultural excursions and tours to heritage monuments. The contestants are taken to memorable points such as Ramoji Film City, Buddhavanam Project, Nagarjunasagar, and a couple of ancient temples and forts of the state. An attempt has been made to harmonize the global event with a strong cultural outing of Telangana.
Venues and Destinations Across Telangana to Host Delegates
Apart from activities at Gachibowli Stadium and HITEX Exhibition Grounds, other noted Hyderabad locations are Shilparamam, Chowmohalla Palace, Shilpa Kala Vedika, and iconic Charminar. Delegates will also travel out of the city to places like Yadadri Temple, Warangal Fort, Pochampally village, and Pillamarri in Mahbubnagar district, providing them with a rich history of spirituality and craftsmanship of the place.
The tour itinerary is designed to focus on both urban development and heritage, with hospitality in Telangana and tourism being the center of the tourist experience.
Comprehensive Schedule Highlights Key Cultural and Competitive Events
Miss World 2025 calendar starts on May 10 with a cultural festival featuring Telangana's tribal and folk ethnic dance performances. On May 12, the delegates will take a tour of the Buddhavanam Buddhist heritage centre in Nagarjunasagar. Heritage walk through Charminar and Lad Bazaar along with a musical concert and welcome dinner at Chowmohalla Palace are on the agenda on the next day.
On May 14, visitors split into groups to visit the Warangal Thousand Pillar Temple and Fort, and Ramappa Temple. Tour order continues until mid-May, with Yadadri Temple, Pochampally, AIG Hospital for medical tourism show, and Mahbubnagar's Ecotourism Park visited en route.
From Sports to Talent Shows: Contestants Participate in Varied Competitions
May 17 will feature Miss World sports finals in the morning and a tour of Ramoji Film City. On May 18, the contestants will go to the new Telangana Secretariat for a session and the Police Command Control Center, which reflects the state's focus on public safety and infrastructure.
May 20–21 includes T-Hub startup incubator visits and a continent-wise selection round. Cultural activities also form part of the itinerary, with one group viewing an IPL match at Uppal Stadium and another indulging in an arts and crafts workshop at Shilparamam.
Final Rounds and Signature Events Bring May to a Close
The final pageant rounds will take place at the end of May. On May 22, the Miss World Talent Final will have performances by the shortlisted candidates. The Head-to-Head Challenge Final will be on May 23, where participants will have the opportunity to express their opinion on world issues and their own missions.
The glitzy "Beauty with a Purpose" Gala Dinner is scheduled to hold on May 26 at HITEX, featuring presentations of philanthropic undertakings pioneered by the contestants. This further signifies the message of the pageant to prioritise social responsibility over beauty and talent.
Grand Finale and Closing Ceremonies Scheduled on May 31 and Beyond
The closing ceremony of the Miss World 2025 pageant will be on May 31 at HITEX. The pageant will receive international media attention, dignitaries, and cultural emissaries. On June 2, the new Miss World will participate in Telangana State Formation Day festivities, where she will welcome the Governor and Chief Minister at Raj Bhavan. A formal high tea will mark the end of her official events.
These events show Telangana's strategic use of the pageant to position the state on the global tourism and cultural map.
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