Our visit to the Telangana Police Headquarters was one of my favourite experiences of my Miss World journey so far. As someone from a proud three-generation police family, I felt a deep emotional connection throughout the day. We were welcomed not only with incredible warmth, but with the stirring sound of a pipe band - playing Scotland’s national instrument, the bagpipes, and wearing immaculate white uniform and tartan plaids. Thousands of miles from home, I was overwhelmed with pride in my Scottish roots and moved by the shared values of duty, honour, and community that unite us globally. Inside, we saw first-hand the Telangana Police’s world-class approach to public safety — a powerful blend of innovation, technology, and humanity. Their commitment to women’s safety especially stood out: from women-only public transport to dedicated helplines, and an inspiring presence of female officers protecting their communities.

This visit was deeply personal for me. My grand-father served 26 years as a police officer, while my mother served over 30 years, becoming one of the first women in Scotland to return to policing after giving birth - at a time when this was heavily discouraged. She went on to rise through the ranks to become of Scotland’s highest-ranking officers, Assistant Chief Constable, all while raising five children. Her journey reminds me every day that women can do anything, and strength and compassion are not opposites - they are partners.

We ended the day at the Telangana Secretariat with a beautiful ceremony, high tea, and a breathtaking drone show telling the story of Telangana in lights across the sky. Thank you, Telangana Police, for your service - and for showing us what modern policing in Telangana looks like. I will never forget this day.