"that carries so much meaning and responsibility."
A law graduate has described representing Coventry at the Miss England pageant as an “overwhelming honour”.
Sharan Sahota won the Miss Coventry title through the Miss England competition.
She later competed nationally, using the platform to highlight causes closely linked to her own experiences and the city’s values.
Her involvement began through her work as Chair of Youth Engagement for the British Organisation of People of Asian Origin (BOPA).
In the role, she promotes cultural representation and collaboration between diverse communities.
Sharan entered Miss England to raise awareness of young carers. She had previously been identified as a young carer herself while supporting vulnerable family members living with dementia, epilepsy, blindness and learning disabilities.
She said: “Coventry is world-renowned as the City of Peace and Reconciliation, and that carries so much meaning and responsibility.
“To represent a city with such a powerful message of harmony and resilience was a dream come true.”
She represented Coventry at the Miss World England finals in November 2025. Although she did not win the national title, she said the opportunity to speak up for young carers was a significant achievement.
Sharan has used her profile to highlight organisations supporting vulnerable people and unpaid carers. These include Carers Trust Heart of England, Midlands Langar Seva Society, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and National Citizens Service.
She has also worked with Sikhs in Law, Sahil Project and BOPA. Her community impact has already been recognised locally.
Sharan is the youngest ever recipient of Coventry City Council’s Good Citizen Award. She believes modern pageants have a role that extends far beyond appearances.
She added:
“I want people to know that this journey is about more than just a title or a beauty pageant – it’s about service.”
“Whether I am working with BOPA to foster community collaboration or advocating for the rights of young carers, my goal is to leave a lasting impact.
“I hope to inspire other young people in Coventry and beyond to realise that their background and their challenges can be their greatest strengths when it comes to making a difference.”
Her father said the family and wider community were extremely proud of her achievements and dedication:
“I felt an immense sense of pride, not just as a father, but as a member of the community.
“Seeing her represent Coventry – a city that stands for peace and reconciliation – is very moving.
“We are thrilled to see her using this platform to bring different communities together and to represent our family and city with such grace and purpose.
“I hope she continues to develop her skills and put them to use as she continues to study and pursue a career as a Barrister.”
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