Imphal, February 2: Babina Thokchom, a 25-year-old from Kakching, has been crowned Miss Grand Manipur 2026, becoming the first-ever titleholder of the prestigious state pageant.
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| Babina Thokchom (Image: instagram.com/babina__thokchom0505) |
Standing at 5’3”, Babina holds a Master’s degree in Anthropology and has earlier made her mark in pageantry by winning Miss DM 2019 and securing the 1st Runner-Up position at Manfete Queen 2019. Her journey, however, has not been without challenges. Growing up, she faced judgments related to her skin colour and appearance - experiences that once made her question her self-worth.
Rather than being defined by those moments, Babina transformed adversity into strength, choosing self-belief over self-doubt. Her story is one of resilience, confidence, and empowerment.
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Expressing her joy after being crowned, Babina said she is thrilled and deeply honoured to represent Manipur. She now looks forward to competing at the Miss Grand India stage, where she aims to raise her voice, share her story, and represent her state with grace, confidence, and pride.
Her achievement marks a significant milestone for Manipur in the world of pageantry and serves as an inspiration to young women across the state.
