Niharika Rathore Gears Up to Dazzle at The Miss Globe 2026 in Phuket

It is also a comeback story. She had earlier competed at Miss Rajasthan, where a leg injury kept her from placing where she hoped. As per organisers, she is now the first contestant from Rajasthan to represent India at The Miss Globe.

The looks to watch

For pageant fans, the biggest reveal is still to come: her national costume. National directors Yogesh Mishra and Nimisha Mishra say Jaipur-based fashion designers are crafting her national costume, gowns, and outfits for other segments, blending Rajasthan's royal and traditional heritage with modern couture. Expect a showcase of Indian craftsmanship on a global runway.

Beyond the wardrobe, Niharika is training with Fusion Pageant Training Academy and Shailza Suri, polishing her stage presence, runway walk, communication skills, and overall personality, the elements that often decide who makes the final cut on pageant night.

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Brains behind the beauty

Off the runway, Niharika is a first-year LLB student at Jaipur National University, proving that the modern pageant queen comes with more than just a gown and a crown.

India eyes its second crown

India has won The Miss Globe only once, when Dimple Chetan Patel was crowned in 2016. All eyes will now be on Phuket to see if Niharika can bring the sparkle home again.