Miss Universe Uttarakhand 2026 titleholder Anubha Vashisth was felicitated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami, in recognition of her achievement and for bringing pride to the state. The honour was conferred following an invitation from the Chief Minister’s Office after her victory at the Miss Universe Uttarakhand 2026 pageant, organised under the Glamanand Miss Universe India platform.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister congratulated Anubha and wished her success as she prepares to represent Uttarakhand at the Miss Universe India 2026 competition, where she will compete for the national crown and the opportunity to represent India on the global stage.
A native of Uttarakhand, Anubha Vashisth is a model, professional makeup educator and an admirer of art and culture. Her pageant journey reflects determination and perseverance. She first participated in Miss Universe India in 2024, securing a place among the Top 20 finalists. Returning with greater experience, she went on to win the Miss Universe Uttarakhand 2026 title, earning the chance to represent her state at the national competition.
Sharing her thoughts, Anubha expressed that being honoured by her home state is one of the most meaningful moments of her journey. She said her goal goes beyond winning a title, as she hopes to showcase Uttarakhand’s rich heritage, culture and values on the national stage and, eventually, internationally. She also shared her aspiration to bring the Miss Universe India crown to Uttarakhand while inspiring young women to pursue their dreams with confidence, dedication and determination.
