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PICS: Miss World 2017 Manushi Chhillar returns to India; receives GRAND welcome!

Written By : ABP News Bureau | Updated at : 26 Nov 2017 03:47 PM (IST)

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(Manav Manglani)

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Besides Chhillar, the first runner-up was Stephanie Hill from England, while Andrea Meza, hailing from Mexico, was announced the second runner-up. (Manav Manglani)

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She was crowned the new queen by Miss World 2016 winner Puerto Rico's Stephanie Del Valle. (Manav Manglani)

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Manushi has been showered with praise for her answer in the final round. On being asked, "Which profession deserves the highest salary and why?", she replied, "I think a mother is of the highest respect. I don't think its just about cash but love and respect she gives to someone. She is the biggest inspiration in my life. Mother should get the highest respect." (Manav Manglani)

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A medical student hailing from Haryana, Chhillar competed against 108 contestants from various countries at a glittering event held at Sanya City Arena in China to grab the title. (Manav Manglani)

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The 21-year-old model's win at the pageant comes 17 years after Priyanka Chopra won the crown in 2000. (Manav Manglani)

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She received a warm welcome from fans at the Mumbai Airport as people are very happy with her win. (Manav Manglani)

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The newly crowned Miss World, Manushi Chhillar, arrived in Mumbai in the wee hours of Sunday. Check out the pictures here...(Manav Manglani)

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India's Manushi Chhillar recently won the coveted "Miss World 2017" title at a glittering event here, ending 16 years of drought for India at the international pageant.