Young women from all over India gear up every year for the Femina Miss India Pageant, which is considered a ticket to the world of glam and glitz.

This year, the Pond's Femina Miss India 2005 had 23 bright new faces competing for the prestigious crown on the final day.

Femina Miss India Universe 2005 Amrita Thappar walks down the stage after being crowned.

Photographs: INDRANIL MUKHERJEE/AFP/Getty Images

Also See: Mrs India