Rachel Gupta Resigns As Miss Grand International 2024 Amid Controversy With Pageant Organisers

In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on May 28, Rachel wrote, “It is with deep regret that I share this news: I have made the decision to step down as Miss Grand International 2024 and return my crown. Being crowned was one of the most cherished dreams of my life, and I was filled with hope and pride to represent my country and make history. However, the months following my crowning have been marked by broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment I can no longer endure in silence. This decision was not made lightly.”

She went on to add that she would soon release a full video sharing more details about her experience. “I ask for your compassion, your open hearts, and your continued support as I take this next step. Your love means more than you know,” she wrote.

However, the Miss Grand International Organisation offered a starkly different narrative. In a public statement posted on Instagram, the organisation accused Rachel of breaching her contract by taking on external projects without approval and refusing to attend an official trip to Guatemala.