Javeinai Ana A crowned Miss Thounii 2023
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, January 07 2023:
Javeinai Ana A of Purul Akutpa in Senapati district was crowned Miss Thounii 2023 on Thursday.
The Miss Thounii contest was held as a part of the 3-days long Poumai Thounii 2023 at Phaibung Khullen, Senapati district.
After four rounds, the jury members including Banner Lanamai James, P Achevei and Liba Julita crowned Javeinai Ana A as the Miss Thounii 2023 .
1st runner up, KR Ziiveine Megdalene hails from Phuba (Koirengei) and 2nd runner up, Thounii S C was a resident of Phaibung (Makhrelui).
The winners took home a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh, Rs 70,000 and Rs 40,000 respectively.
Later, 5 sub-titles were awarded to contestants including Miss Photogenic, Miss Talented, Miss Congeniality, Miss Personality and Best Catwalk.
Altogether, 13 contestants were selected to take part in the beauty pageant.
The contestants shared their ideas about women empowerment and desire to bring change in the society.
Moreover, 20 wrestlers representing different villages of the Poumai community took part in the wrestling competitions organised during the 3-days long event.
Rakhoveio Liimai of Phuba Khuman bagged the championship and took away a cash prize of Rs 75,000.S Veila of Chingmai Khullen won the runner-up while Veiveypu of Tungjoy and L Navei of Kodom Khullen were awarded consolation prizes.
Ng Lorho, president United Naga Council attended the valedictory function as an honoured guest.