The finale of this year's 'Miss World'-- one of the prestigious international beauty pageants, has been temporarily postponed due to Covid-19 concerns. Miss World 2021 grand finale was slated for a global broadcast in Puerto Rico this week, but according to the official statement shared by the Miss World Organisation, the program has been temporarily postponed due to the health and safety concerns of contestants, staff, crew, and the general public. "Miss World 2021 temporarily postpones global broadcast finale in Puerto Rico due to health and safety interest of contestants, staff, crew and general public," the statement read.

Reportedly, 17 contestants and staff members tested positive for COVID-19 including Manasa Varanasi, who will represent India at the international beauty pageant.