Harshita Sahu Wins Miss Universe Madhya Pradesh 2026, Named National Finalist
A 23-year-old from Guna's Ruthiyai advances to the Miss Universe India 2026 national round
BHOPAL, July 9, 2026 — Harshita Sahu, a 23-year-old from Ruthiyai in Madhya Pradesh's Guna district, has been named Miss Universe Madhya Pradesh 2026 after winning the state audition, securing a place among the national finalists for Miss Universe India 2026, according to organiser Glamanand Entertainment. The national round is scheduled for July.
The state audition is part of the selection structure run by Glamanand Entertainment, which has held the national franchise for Miss Universe India since February 2024 and channels state winners into the national finale.
Selection and jury
According to the organiser's release, Sahu emerged as the winner of the Madhya Pradesh state audition, held in the state capital, ahead of other contestants. The release named the jury as Nikhil Anand, National Director and franchise holder of Miss Universe India via Glamanand Entertainment; Amjad Khan, described as a director with the organisation; and Manika Vishwakarma, whom the release identified as Miss Universe India 2025.
