Amanda Dudamel of Venezuela was named as the first runner-up, and Andreina Martinez of the Dominican Republic was named as the second runner-up.

Amanda Dudamel of Venezuela was named as the first runner-up, and Andreina Martinez of the Dominican Republic was named as the second runner-up.

Amanda Dudamel of Venezuela was named as the first runner-up, and Andreina Martinez of the Dominican Republic was named as the second runner-up.

New Delhi: One of the grandest test of beauty, talent and intellect in the world, Miss Universe, saw young talents from over 80 different nations competing for the coveted crown. The Miss Universe 2022 was held in New Orleans, Louisiana.

R'Bonney Gabriel of the USA was crowned Miss Universe 2022. Amanda Dudamel of Venezuela was named the first runner-up, and Andreina Martinez of the Dominican Republic was named as the second runner-up.

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India's Miss Diva Universe 2022 Divita Rai, who wore an exquisite silver, champagne, and gold ombre gown designed by celebrated fashion designer duo Falguni and Shane Peacock, entered into the prestigious Top 16 category, making her motherland very proud.

Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu in a message to Miss Universe 2022, said: "Remember to live this year to the fullest because tomorrow is never promised. Namaste Universe."