Mumbai: The International Women’s Day in Andheri, Mumbai was celebrated with the participants of beauty pageant Princess India 2016-17 for visually-challenged girls. The day was celebrated with celebrities such as 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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