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AS a bright graduating tourism management student, Jarina Kumari Sandhu shines as Isabela's representative in the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) pageant.
ISABELA BEAUTY Jarina Kumari Sandhu — a bright graduating tourism management student who is representing Isabela in the Miss Universe Philippines pageant — focuses her advocacy on combating poverty that deprives people of basic needs and hope. PHOTO COURTESY OF JARINA SANDHU
In an exclusive interview with The Manila Times, Sandhu shared that her advocacy focuses on combating poverty, which not only deprives people of basic needs but also robs them of hope and opportunities.
"I want to be a voice for those whose futures are dimmed by hardship," said Sandhu.
"My goal is to create opportunities and spread hope, so that every Filipino — especially the children — has the chance to live a fuller, brighter life," she added.
Beyond her advocacy, Sandhu shared her personal aspiration to become a flight attendant, driven by a heartfelt goal: to bring her mom back to India.
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"She has lived here in the Philippines for nearly 20 years and hasn't been able to return due to financial challenges," Sandhu said.
"I want to give her that chance," she added.
As the reigning Queen Isabela 2025 and MUPH Isabela 2025, Sandhu pours her heart into her national pageant preparations, focusing on holistic self-improvement — physically, mentally, and emotionally — in her first major competition outside school.
The Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night will take place on May 2 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, where the winner will be crowned to represent the country in the Miss Universe pageant.
The event will feature special guests, including reigning Miss Universe Victoria Theilvig and this year's continental queens, such as Chelsea Manalo.
