Miss Universe Suriname 2024 is Pooja Chotkan


After 25 years, Suriname is set to return to the Miss Universe stage with the newly announced Miss Universe Suriname 2024 Pooja Chotkan.

Pooja is a 22-year-old geosciences major at the University of Suriname. She is the winner of last year's Miss Tropical Beauties Suriname.

Suriname, a small country on the northeastern coast of South America, last joined Miss Universe in 1999 with Serafija Niekoop.

The new Miss Universe Suriname from Paramaribo enjoys nature, hiking, outdoor life, and traveling.

She advocates for educating and raising awareness, particularly among Gen Z, about the significance of utilizing our natural resources while ensuring the preservation of our ecosystem for future generations.

Pooja will represent Suriname at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant in Mexico this November.

Road to the 73rd Miss Universe:

Photos: Remy Amatjasir / Miss Universe Suriname

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