The top three finalists—Sadhvi Satish Sail, Rajnandini Pawar, and Sree Advaita
Digital Desk: On 18th April Sadhvi Satish Sail from Goa was crowned Femina Miss India World 2026 at the grand finale of the 61st Femina Miss India pageant held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. She was crowned by her predecessor, Nikita Porwal, in a glittering ceremony attended by prominent personalities.
Rajnandini Pawar from Maharashtra secured the first runner-up position after giving tough competition to the winner, while Sree Advaita, representing the Union Territories, was declared the second runner-up. Deekila Sherpa from Sikkim won the Miss Multimedia title.
The event, hosted by Maniesh Paul and Sarah-Jane Dias, featured high-energy performances, including one by Ishaan Khatter, which kept the audience enthralled throughout the evening.
Sadhvi Sail brings a diverse background to her new role, with international academic experience from the University of British Columbia. Currently working as a model and entrepreneur, she also pursues creative interests such as pottery, photography, and sketching, reflecting a well-rounded personality.
The top three finalists—Sadhvi Satish Sail, Rajnandini Pawar, and Sree Advaita, stood out for their poise, intelligence during the question-and-answer rounds, and their impeccable fashion choices that blended contemporary glamour with classic elegance.
Rajnandini Pawar impressed in a blush-pink gown with floral embroidery, embodying a modern princess aesthetic, while Sree Advaita dazzled in a shimmering gold, body-hugging evening gown.Sadhvi Satish Sail is now set to represent India at the Miss World 2027 pageant, carrying forward the country’s legacy on the global stage.