Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis arrives in Nepal

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Aug. 30: Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios, arrived in Nepal on Thursday. 

 Sheynnis will witness the pre-judgement round of Miss Universe Nepal 2024. The grand finale of the Miss Universe Nepal is scheduled for 

September 7.

The contestants are undergoing rigorous training under renowned professionals, including Anil Keshary Shah, Charu Chada, Malvika Subba, Ranjit Acharya, Surachya Bhattarai, Ghana Gurung, Sophiya Bhujel, Siddhartha Singh and Milan Chams. 

Sangita Puri, the National Director of Miss Universe Nepal, expressed her excitement, stating, “We are honoured to welcome the reigning Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios, to Nepal. Her visit is a historic achievement for the entire beauty pageant fraternity of Nepal and highlights Nepal’s growing influence in the global beauty industry. We are committed to giving our contestants the best training and opportunities to shine on the world stage.”

Similarly, Palacios said, “I am deeply honoured and thrilled to visit Nepal for the very first time. As Miss Universe, I am committed to using my platform to promote causes that resonate with me, and being here in Nepal allows me to engage with the incredible work being done to empower women and celebrate diversity. I look forward to exploring the cultural treasures of this nation and contributing to the ongoing efforts to promote tourism and economic growth. I hope my visit will encourage more people around the world to discover the magic of Nepal, and I am excited to be a part of this historic moment for the country’s beauty pageant community and beyond.”

Palacios is a 24-year-old mental health advocate and audiovisual producer from Managua, Nicaragua.

During her stay in Kathmandu, Miss Universe Palacios will participate in a series of events, including cultural exchanges, meetings with key stakeholders, and visits to iconic tourist destinations.