Manita Devkota was crowned Miss Universe Nepal 2018 at the finale of Miss Nepal 2018 held on 11th April 2018. The 23-year-old diva is an ambassador of women’s health and is also the national ambassador of Days for Girls Nepal. She is the second Miss Nepal who is competing in the Miss Universe history. Manita succeeded Miss Universe Nepal 2017 Nagma Shrestha.
Currently residing in North Carolina, Manita spent most of her childhood in Gorkha. Her current residency is to pursue her higher education and opportunities. She has completed her Public Health Degree from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina.