21 year old Bessika Bucktawor from Triolet has won the title of Miss Mauritius 2016 that took place last night at the Club Med La Plantation d’Albion, Albion, Mauritius. She succeeds Danika Atchia. The first runner-up was 22 year old Julie Charles from Vacoas. The second runner-up was Shavina Halkua, 25 years of age. MBC was the official broadcaster of  Miss Mauritius 2016 finale.

Bessika will now represent Mauritius in the next edition of Miss World. She also won Miss Elegance award. The best dress award was won by Melissa Vencatachellum. Melissa also Talent Award. 1st runner up Julie, was elected as Miss European Union Mauritius while 2nd runner up, Shavina, will compete in Miss International Mauritius 2016. All the winners compete in the 2017 editions of their respective International pageant.

Best Dress Award winner – Melissa Vencatachellum and Elegance award winner – Bessika Bucktawor