RabindraPune, 12, 2024 – Amanora School hosted the 5th edition of the Amanora Model United Nations (AMUN) conference recently at the campus. The two-day event brought together 146 students from 27 schools across Pune to discuss and debate global issues.
The conference commenced with an auspicious lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by a cultural dance performance to welcome the guests and delegates. The school had invited senior MUN participants across Pune as chairpersons and vice chairpersons of executive boards.
Ms. Meera Nair, Director-Principal of Amanora School, in her opening remarks. “Model United Nations empowers young minds to become global citizens, promoting critical thinking, diplomatic skills, and a deep understanding of international relations. Through such platforms, we aim to nurture tomorrow’s leaders who will champion peace, collaboration, and sustainable solutions for our world’s most pressing challenges.”
AMUN 2024 simulated various committees, including the United Nations Human Rights Council, Social, Cultural, and Humanitarian Committee, Disarmament and International Security Committee, United Nations Economic and Social Council, and the All India Political Parties Meet. The delegates engaged in lively discussions, negotiations, and problem-solving to propose resolutions for the assigned agendas.
| Committee Award | Category | Winner | School Name |
| United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) | Best delegate | Italy-Pradyumn Bhole | Amanora School |
| High Commendation | Netherlands- Rudra Khandge | Bliss International School | |
| Special Mention | Ukraine – Arnav Kothawade | City Pride School
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| Social, Cultural, and Humanitarian Committee (SOCHUM) | Best Delegate | Finland – Anshika Kaul | BLISS International School |
| High Commendation | Israel- Mihika Saxena | Amanora School | |
| Special Mention | South Africa- Vivaan Nandoskar | Amanora School | |
| The Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC) | Best delegate | South Sudan- Krish Gupta | PICT Model School
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| High Commendation | UK – Arya Tank | BLISS International School | |
| Special Mention | Germany -Ved Thakore | Amanora School | |
| United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) | Best delegate | Bangladesh- Anay Bhandari | Chatrabhuj Narsee School |
| High Commendation | Portugal- Vidur Prashanth | The Kalyani School | |
| Special Mention | Sweden- Kashvvi Abroll | Amanora School | |
| All India Political Parties Meet (AIPPM) | Best delegate | Shashi Tharoor- Marc Raj | Ryan International School, Bavdhan,(ICSE) |
| High Commendation | Chirag Paswan- Aayush Khutade | City Pride School Nigdi | |
| Special Mention | Asaduddin Owaisi- Srujan Deokar | Sanskriti School Bhukum | |
| International Press (IP) | Best Delegate | Neil Naikdesai | Chatrabhuj Narsee School |
| Head of Photography | Best Photographer | Ishan Verma | Amanora School |
“The participants expressed great satisfaction and reported having a good experience. Many felt that the AMUN conference is an excellent platform for newcomers, as they were able to fully comprehend the manner in which Model United Nations conferences are conducted,“ said one of the organizing members.
The event concluded with a heartfelt closing ceremony, where Ms. Meera Nair addressed the attendees, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy, collaboration, and the skills developed by the students throughout the event.
The success of AMUN 2024, with its increased participation and engaging debates, reflects the growing interest among students in understanding global governance and international diplomacy. As these young delegates return to their schools with newfound knowledge and perspectives, they carry forward the spirit of diplomatic discourse and collaborative problem-solving, essential skills for the leaders of tomorrow.
