Congrats to Nan May Shin Thant, from Lashio Township, who was crowned Miss Northern Shan State on Friday.
A total of 12 girls from around the conflict-ridden region – representing Kutkai, Hsipaw and Kyaukme Townships, among others – took part in the pageant in the Myanmar-China border town of Muse.
Si Wunna from Mantung Township placed second, the Global New Light of Myanmar reported, citing Thant Zin.
The win means Nan May Shin Thant has been shortlisted for the 2016 Miss Golden Land Myanmar contest.
