With just a week to go for the opening ceremony of the 72nd Miss World pageant in Telangana, the State Tourism department has released an updated itinerary outlining the high-profile events planned across the State.
An updated itinerary of 72nd Miss World pageant to be held across Telangana was released by the State Tourism department
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The revised schedule features a few key changes from the earlier version announced during a press conference on March 20, including a major addition: contestants from Group 1 would attend an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match at the stadium in Hyderabad either on May 20 or 21.
The IPL games scheduled at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal include the Qualifier 1 on May 20 and the Eliminator on May 21. The Miss World contestants would witness one of these matches, adding a sporty twist to their cultural immersion.
Updated itinerary for the contestants representing over 140 countries:
May 6 to 8: The contestants and their delegations would arrive at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad
May 10: The opening ceremony would be held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, showcasing Telangana’s folk and tribal dance performances in a parade-style theme
May 12: Contestants would head to Nagarjunasagar for a spiritual tour of Buddhavanam, a Buddhist theme park
May 13: A heritage walk would be conducted at Charminar and Laad Bazaar, culminating in a tour and welcome dinner at Chowmahalla Palace
May 14: Group 1 would visit the Warangal Fort, 1000 Pillar Temple, and Bhadrakali Temple. Meanwhile, Group 2 would tour Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness Perini dance performance
May 15: Group 1 would visit the Yadagirigutta Temple, while Group 2 would explore Pochampally, a UNWTO-recognised handloom village
May 16: Group 1 would attend a medical tourism event in Hyderabad. Group 2 would visit the ancient Banyan tree at Pillalamarri in Mahabubnagar and tour the Experium Eco-Tourism Park
May 17: The Miss World Sports finale would be held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, while a guided tour of Ramoji Film City is also scheduled
May 18: Contestants would visit the Telangana Police Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGICCC) to learn about the State’s safety and tourism initiatives. Later, they would witness a 3D projection mapping show at the Secretariat and participate in the ‘Sunday-Funday’ carnival at Tank Bund
May 20 to 21: Region-specific fast-track ‘Continental Finale’ selections would be held at T-Hub, where contestants would also interact with local entrepreneurs. Group 1 will attend the IPL playoff match, while Group 2 would engage in an arts and crafts workshop with local artisans at Shilparamam
May 22: The talent finale would take place at Shilpakala Vedika
May 23: The head-to-head challenge finale would be held at the Trident Hotel
May 24: The Miss World Top Model Fashion finale and a jewellery/pearl fashion show, along with an interaction with Telangana designers, would be hosted at either the Trident Hotel or Hitex
May 26: The ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ event and gala dinner featuring dance and cultural performances and a Telangana food festival would be held at Hitex
May 31: The Grand Finale, including a red carpet event at 5:30 PM and the coronation gala from 10 p.m to 1 a.m, will take place at Hitex
June 2: The newly crowned Miss World and winners of other titles will conclude their journey with a formal meeting and high tea with the Governor and Chief Minister of Telangana at Raj Bhavan on the occasion of Telangana State Formation Day
Published – May 03, 2025 03:14 pm IST
