Sonia Prasad was named Miss Vodafone Rakiraki Carnival 2024 on Saturday at the Fiji Sugar Corporation grounds in Rakiraki. The 25-year-old, who was sponsored by the Rakiraki Market Vendors Association (RMVA), also received several awards, including Miss Best Talents, Miss Best Sarong, and Miss Best Research Topic.
Currently a staff nurse at Rakiraki Hospital and a former student of Rakiraki Public School, Ms. Prasad utilized the carnival platform to inspire young women and girls to engage in charitable work. “If I can do it, you can too,” she stated, emphasizing that these events foster leadership abilities and enhance self-esteem.
Ms. Prasad disclosed that she entered the carnival to confront her shyness and develop her self-confidence. “I have never been the type to enter contests and have always been socially awkward, which is why I decided to participate in this carnival to challenge myself,” she explained.
Looking ahead, Ms. Prasad aims to continue her advocacy against drug abuse. “To the people of Ra, I urge you to stop using drugs because they lead to severe problems and even death,” she cautioned.