This is the first time Pakistan is participating.
Anniqa Meraj has been crowned Miss World Pakistan 2026.
She will be the first Pakistani woman to represent the country at Miss World.
The pageant is one of the most prestigious international competitions globally.
The crowning ceremony took place at Lahore’s Faletti’s Hotel in an elegant setting.
Meraj was crowned by Dr Shafaq Akhtar, Miss Pakistan Universal 2022, officially.
Attaullah Gujjar, Mr Pakistan World, also participated in the coronation ceremony.
Miss World made the announcement on its website and Instagram account.
They confirmed that Meraj would represent Pakistan at the international pageant.
She will compete at the 75th Anniversary Edition of the Miss World Festival.
The festival will be held in Vietnam from August 9 to September 5, 2026.
This marks a historic moment for Pakistan in international pageantry and competitions.
The 24-year-old is a business and economics graduate from a Pakistani institution.
She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in auditing and accounting studies.
Her academic background reflects her commitment to professional achievement and excellence. She said:
“My future ambition is to achieve my dream of becoming a State-Authorised Public Accountant.”
“And actively advocating for children’s rights and girls’ education to help build a brighter future for Pakistan.”
Her statement demonstrates her commitment to social causes beyond pageantry overall.
She wants to contribute meaningfully to Pakistan’s development through multiple avenues.
She has previously represented Pakistan at the Miss Earth pageant internationally.
She also competed at Miss Global, Miss Cosmo and Miss Eco International.
Miss Aura International was another major international pageant where she represented Pakistan.
These multiple competitions demonstrate her extensive experience in the pageant world.
She has also won four titles at the Freedom of the World competition.
The competition took place in Kosovo and represented significant achievement personally.
The multiple wins showcase her talent and ability to compete internationally.
This is the first time Pakistan is participating in Miss World.
However, it isn’t the country’s first foray into international pageants overall.
Pakistan has participated in various other international pageant competitions quite actively.
In recent years, Pakistan’s participation in the Miss Universe pageant has been notable.
Erica Robin represented Pakistan at Miss Universe and received considerable acclaim.
Roma Riaz also represented Pakistan at Miss Universe and won hearts.
Both women demonstrated Pakistan’s potential to succeed in international beauty competitions.
Their success paved the way for future Pakistani contestants in pageants.
Anniqa Meraj’s selection also builds upon this growing legacy.
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