Kerala’s Kezia Liz Mejo Wins Miss Universe India 2026 Title

Kerala’s Kezia Liz Mejo has won the Miss Universe India 2026 title, impressing the judges and audience with her beauty, confidence and quick wit. She was crowned by Miss Universe India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma. The grand finale of Miss Universe India 2026 was held late Sunday night at G Studio in Jaipur. A total of 52 finalists from across the country participated in the competition, showcasing their talent, beauty and confidence. After a closely contested competition, Kezia Liz Mejo emerged victorious, defeating all 52 finalists to claim the crown. Vaishnavi Ganesh from Tamil Nadu was named the first runner-up and also received the Miss International India 2026 title. Anushree Satvalekar from Gujarat finished as the second runner-up. Following her victory, Kezia Liz Mejo will represent India at Miss Universe 2026, one of the world’s most prominent beauty pageants. Kezia is a law student and, besides modelling, she is also an actor and classical dancer. She has previously secured the position of first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025. After winning the Miss Universe India 2026 title, Kezia said that the crown was not merely an achievement for her but also a major responsibility. She described representing India on an international platform as a matter of pride and honour. Kezia said she would use the opportunity to showcase India’s culture, talent and the strength of its younger generation to the world.