The teenager stands at 24.7 inches tall – 2.76 inches shorter than the 22-year-old American who had held the title since September. She weighs about 10 lbs.
She receives a lot of support in her hometown of Nagpur, India, where she is treated like a minor celebrity. Jyoti lives with her parents and her 3 siblings. She attends school where she studies at a tiny desk made especially for her.
Jyoti burst into tears after receiving her plaque, and sharing a birthday cake with friends.
“I have put Nagpur on the world map. Now everyone will know where it is,” she said.
