Miss Universe India 2026 Winner Is Kaziah Liz Mejo From Kerala

At just 19 years old, Kaziah Liz Mejo has quickly made a name for herself in the world of pageantry. A model and law student from Kerala, Mejo was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 after competing against 52 other contestants at the national finale in Jaipur. This is a historic win for the young woman, as she is not only the youngest winner but also the first Keralite to claim the title.

Born in Mavelikkara, Kerala, Mejo spent much of her childhood in Abu Dhabi, UAE. She attended schools in the UAE, including Emirates National School, St. Joseph's School, and Abu Dhabi Indian School, before pursuing higher education. Currently, Mejo is balancing her studies in law with her career as a model, showcasing her dedication to both her academic and professional endeavors.

Beyond her academic achievements and modeling career, Mejo is also passionate about classical dance, having trained for 12 years. She is also involved in music, public speaking, and acting. At a young age, she has already demonstrated a wide range of talents, from singing and playing the drums and violin to making her acting debut in the Malayalam film Shylock.

Mejo's journey to the Miss Universe India 2026 title was no easy feat. She competed in a field of 53 contestants, with the top two finishers being Vaishnavi Gannesh of Tamil Nadu and Anushri Satavlekar of Gujarat. The finale was judged by prominent figures from the Indian pageant world, including former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen, former Miss Universe India winners Urvashi Rautela and Celina Jaitley.

Now, with her win, Mejo will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico in November. This international competition will be a new challenge for the young law student, testing her communication skills, confidence, and ability to perform under pressure. However, Mejo's journey to this point has been marked by persistence and versatility, and she is now ready to take the next step on the world's biggest pageant stage, carrying both her Kerala roots and India's hopes with her.