Dream walk: Disability does not deter the visually-challenged participants at Princess India 2016-17 beauty pageant in Andheri on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: Fariha Farooqui
The contestants were judged on their talents and intellect
Mumbai: Participants at a beauty pageant for visually-challenged girls, Princess India 2016-17, celebrated the International Women’s Day in Andheri on Wednesday with celebrities John Abraham, Subhash Ghai, Javed Ali, and Bhagyashree, among others.
As many as 16 contestants participated in the event, and New Delhi-based 21-year-old Simran Chawla was crowned as the winner by Mr. Abraham. Ms. Chawla is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science with an honours in computer science. Jubilant after her victory, she describes experience as a “dream come true.”
“This is the best thing that God have given me,” Ms. Chawla added. Her mother, she says, is like her mirror, who describes each and every thing to her in detail.
Among the other winners were Surabhi Mudgal from Hyderabad (first runner-up) and Amrya Dastur from Punjab (second runner-up). There were various other categories at the event, like the best smile, and the best achiever.
The contestants were judged on their talents and intellect. They also walked the ramp at the contest.
The participants were shortlisted from across India through an extensive two-stage selection procedure — at their respective States and in Mumbai.
Samir Mansuri, chairman, Blinds Dream, and organiser of the contest, said, “I am the blind too, and I understand the feelings of those who are blind. I believe in fulfilling the dreams of the visually challenged people.”
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