Archive · 18 Dec 2025
First Miss India Meher Castelino Dies at 81
Meher Castelino was the first woman to win the Miss India title in 1964.
She represented India in international beauty pageants and became a famous fashion journalist, writing for many newspapers and magazines.
She was known for her grace and strength.
The Femina Miss India Organization shared a heartfelt message about her passing, calling her a trailblazer.
She is survived by her son, daughter-in-law, and daughter.
Many people remember her for opening doors for future women in fashion and journalism.
Meher Castelino, the first Miss India, passed away at 81.
She won the Femina Miss India title in 1964 and represented India internationally.
Castelino became a respected fashion journalist, writing for 160+ publications.
The Femina Miss India Organization honored her as a trailblazer and pioneer.
She is survived by her son Karl, daughter-in-law Nisha, and daughter Christina.
- Who
- Meher Castelino, first Miss India and fashion journalist
- What
- Passed away at the age of 81
- When
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Mumbai, India (birthplace and likely residence)
- Why
- Natural causes (not specified)
- Full Name
- Meher Castelino
- Age
- 81
- Title Won
- Femina Miss India 1964
- Survivors
- Son Karl, Daughter-in-law Nisha, Daughter Christina
- Career
- Fashion Journalist and Columnist
- Publications
- Eve’s Weekly, 160+ national and international newspapers and magazines
- Legacy
- Pioneer in fashion journalism and beauty pageants
Sources
Meher Castelino, first Miss India and fashion journalism pioneer dies at 81
Meher Castelino, Pioneer Of Indian Fashion Journalism And Former Miss India, Passes Away At 81
Meher Castelino, First Miss India, Dies At 81
Meher Castelino, 1st Miss India, passes away
Meher Castelino, 1st Femina Miss India, passes away
