Meyju Sonia Pradhan: From Sikkim’s Pride to Miss Universe India 2024

(First published in PAU, Newa Journal, Gangtok, Vol 6, No. 1: September 2024)

Meyju Sonia Pradhan, daughter of Bhaju Bishnu Pradhan and Meyju Leela Maya Pradhan, was born on 2nd November 2003. Currently pursuing her graduation at Nar Bahadur Bhandari Degree College, she has already made a name for herself in the pageant world.

Sonia was the 2nd runner-up in Miss Newar 2023 and also shone brightly as the 2nd runner-up in the Meyju Sikkim 2023 competition held during Indra Jatra 2023. Hailing from Tumlabong, Ranipool, she proudly claimed the title of Miss Universe Sikkim 2024 at the event organized by Positude Sikkim, where Anavi Baniya from Rangpo and Yodenla Bhutia from Soreng were crowned 1st and 2nd runner-up, respectively.

Now, Meyju Sonia is all set to represent the Himalayas region on the national stage at Miss Universe India 2024. Her journey, beginning on 9th September and continuing until 22nd September in Jaipur, Rajasthan, will see her competing with the top 51 contestants from across the country.

As Sikkim’s pride, we extend our wholehearted support to Sonia, hoping she shines brightly and brings glory to her state. We wish her all the best as she embarks on this prestigious journey, with aspirations to represent India at the Miss Universe pageant.

Let us all cheer for our Meyju as she takes on this incredible challenge!

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