Aarshia Khatiwada: I’ve heard many times that you were the main person who thought of bringing MUN to our school. What led you to that conclusion?

Sheetal Rana : In 2011, I attended my first MUN at Rato Bangala School in Kathmandu. I was deeply inspired when I saw students presenting their arguments with confidence, listening respectfully, and debating world issues passionately. They weren’t just memorizing information; they were living the values of the United Nations—dialogue, cooperation, and respect for diversity. I wanted our students to also experience this kind of transformative learning. That’s why I first encouraged a small group of Excelsior students to participate. Even though they were quiet at first, they were motivated after seeing students their own age speak so boldly. In 2012, we organized our very first MUN at The Excelsior School.

Aarshia Khatiwada: What was your vision for TESMUN when it first started?

Sheetal Rana :  My vision was that Excelsior students would learn to speak with confidence, think critically, and become leaders who solve problems through dialogue and cooperation. This reflects the very spirit of the United Nations, which works to bring countries together to find peaceful solutions rather than resorting to conflict. I also wanted our students to enjoy learning, to take ownership of their ideas, and to realize that they too can be global citizens who make a difference. MUN, for me, was not just about debate—it was about preparing young minds for leadership in a complex and diverse world.

Aarshia Khatiwada: What results have you observed from bringing in your vision of MUN?

Sheetal Rana :  I feel proud to say that the vision has come alive. Today, our students are confident public speakers, thoughtful negotiators, and creative problem-solvers. They are also enjoying the process of learning and taking pride in their work. This is exactly what the UN hopes for young people—to grow into leaders who can build bridges, respect different perspectives, and address global challenges with cooperation and innovation. TESMUN has become a platform where this growth happens naturally.

Aarshia Khatiwada: Is there any room for improvement for the students? If yes, what would you suggest?

Sheetal Rana :  Yes, of course. There is always room for improvement. I would like to see TESMUN become even more student-driven. The UN works best when countries themselves take ownership of global issues, and I want the same here—students taking ownership of their MUN from the very start. In the future, I also want to see Excelsior host not just inter-school events, but national and even international MUN conferences. That way, our students will not only represent their school but also represent Nepal in promoting dialogue, peace, and cooperation among youth.

Aarshia Khatiwada: How are students relating their academic studies—especially social studies—to the MUN programme?

Sheetal Rana : MUN is a perfect extension of what students learn in social studies. In class, they study about countries, governments, economies, and world events. In MUN, they take that knowledge and apply it to real-world issues—just like the UN does. This helps them think beyond textbooks and see themselves as part of a global community. Through MUN, they are also learning essential UN values: to negotiate respectfully, to find common ground, and to embrace diversity. These lessons prepare them not just for exams, but for life as responsible and adaptable global citizens.

Aarshia Khatiwada: Overall, how do you think TESMUN is improving?

Sheetal Rana : I am very happy with the way TESMUN is improving every year. I see more enthusiasm, more creativity, and more ownership from students. TESMUN has grown from a small idea into a platform where young people practice diplomacy and leadership, much like delegates do at the United Nations. Each year, the quality of debate, the level of research, and the teamwork among students grows stronger. This shows me that our MUN is not just an event, but a culture of learning and leadership at Excelsior.

 Aarshia Khatiwada:How would you describe the students’ determination?

Sheetal Rana :  Our students are very determined and committed. They want to discuss world problems and bring peaceful solutions, just as the UN itself strives to do. Whether the topic is human rights, global security, or the environment, I see them working hard to understand the issues and propose meaningful resolutions. This determination shows that they truly care about building a better world, starting right here in their MUN committees.

Aarshia Khatiwada: Did you have similar opportunities when you were younger?

Sheetal Rana :  No, I did not. When I was in school, learning was mostly limited to textbooks, and it was hard to deeply understand global issues. We did not have the chance to role-play, debate, or think creatively about real-world problems. That’s one of the main reasons I was so passionate about bringing MUN to our school. The UN believes in empowering youth as the leaders of tomorrow, and I wanted to give our students a platform where they could practice those skills early on.

Aarshia Khatiwada: Would you like to give a few words of encouragement for the students?

Sheetal Rana :  Yes. To all my students, I want to say: work hard, but also work smart. Opportunities don’t come twice, and once time is gone, it cannot be regained. If you hesitate, you may fall behind those who took the first step. The UN always reminds us that change begins with action, and that action often begins with the youth. So, grab every opportunity you have, speak with courage, and take the lead. You are the future leaders, diplomats, and peacemakers—and TESMUN is your training ground.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Namaste everyone. I am Swapnil Dev Giri from the Press Team 2025, and today I’m here with my fellow teammates. We are pleased to have a special guest with us—the MUN Coordinator of TSM 2025, Mr. Govinda Gautam. Thank you, sir, for your time. Let’s begin with some questions about your experience and thoughts.

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
Okay. Thank you, Swapnil, and your team. First of all, I’d like to welcome this team for being here and taking my opinion. Okay, now you can start.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
To begin with, how would you personally define the essence of MUN? What does it mean to you?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
MUN is an academic program where delegates from different political parties or countries represent their views and ideas on global and national issues. It is a great platform for each delegate to develop their debating skills, cooperation and coordination abilities, consensus-building capacity, and many more competencies. That’s why MUN is a very important program for students’ overall development.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Secondly, from your perspective, how do you anticipate the sessions unfolding in the upcoming days?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
We have already completed two practice sessions, and now it is time for the final session. In those earlier sessions, students learned about the procedures and how to research. This time, they are more prepared—they’ve done their research well and are now more familiar with MUN procedures. I believe this final session will go even better.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Adding to that, could you describe the differences between the MUN from the first time you participated and how it is now?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
When I first participated in MUN, the focus was mainly on learning procedures. The main objective was just to introduce students to the format and conduct the event. But now, the program has evolved a lot. We have multiple committees like the Press Committee, IT Committee, and Logistics Committee. The Logistics Committee has made beautiful creations, while the Press and IT teams have done very creative work, which has added to the beauty of the MUN program. Additionally, the DAS members have worked hard to enhance the delegates’ debating, communication, and other life skills. These changes have made the program significantly better than before.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Could you describe one remarkable or particularly challenging moment in the MUN you coordinated, and explain how you overcame any obstacles that arose?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
Yes, of course. MUN is a simulation of the UN and its organizations at the school level. It’s already a challenge for students in Grade 8 and above to understand complex global and national issues. One particularly challenging moment is when delegates struggle to reach a consensus during debates. If they can’t agree, the committee fails to meet its goal, which is not what we want. That’s when I feel most challenged. However, in such situations, we use the motion for caucus, where DAS members offer suggestions to help delegates reach consensus. MUN is naturally challenging, but it also teaches students valuable skills like cooperation, coordination, and consensus-building, helping the committees succeed.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
What do you consider to be the most important skills that students develop through participating in MUN, and in what ways do you support their growth in those areas?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
MUN is a very impactful program, not just in debating but also in fostering cooperation and coordination. We have various committees—Art Committee, Logistics Committee, Press and IT Committee, Cartoonists, Pages, and many more. These are formed to help students develop a range of skills. MUN provides an excellent platform for students to grow their life skills and prepares them to become global citizens in the future. That’s why we’ve made participation in MUN compulsory from Grades 7 to 10.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
How do you ensure that delegates have a rewarding experience, particularly first-time participants or those from underrepresented backgrounds?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
Yes, of course. Especially in national committees, we have new delegates who are experiencing the MUN conference hall for the first time. In the past, they might have worked in logistics, press, or IT teams. Now, they are presenting as delegates, which can be difficult. However, we’ve conducted two practice sessions where they learned procedures. They’ve done their research, and they’re performing better now. Additionally, we have DAS members, Secretary Generals, and committee-in-charge teachers who consistently motivate and guide them. This creates a supportive environment for all delegates to learn and grow.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Finally, how do you ensure that the MUN program aligns with the educational goals of the institution? And what role do you envision MUN playing within the academic curriculum?

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
Our national curriculum emphasizes the holistic development of each student. Our school follows the same vision. The MUN program—with its various committees and assigned roles—helps students develop essential life skills. For example, students learn cooperation, coordination, IT knowledge, and leadership. Committee heads and DAS members build leadership skills. These are vital 21st-century skills that help students become responsible global citizens. MUN gives students a wide platform to build these abilities, and that’s why it is an extremely beneficial program for all.

Swapnil Dev Giri:
Thank you so much, sir, for sharing your thoughts and insights with us.

Mr. Govinda Gautam:
Okay, thank you very much to all the press members and especially to you, Swapnil, for being here, and also to the technical support team. Thank you again

Interviewer: Good morning everyone. I’m Anay Shahi from the press team of Interview. Today I'm here with the special guest, the Deputy Secretary General of the TES MUN. So,as the Deputy Secretary General, you must know more about the TES MUN administration. Can you tell us more about it and its main objectives?

Interviewee: TESMUN is an intra-school event organized by our school since 2012. It was first introduced to our school by our former principal and current chairperson, Madame Sital Rana. It’s an administration that focuses on diplomacy, productive debates, and solving real-world problems.

Interviewer:You participated in different assemblies by different schools. What really inspired you to participate in those sessions?

Interviewee: Well, before TES MUN, I attended more than 13 conferences, three as an organizing committee member like Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General, and Director General, and others as a delegation member of national and international committees. For me, it's not just a place for diplomacy, it's a place to broaden my knowledge, practice peace, and expand my network. Overall, it’s a great environment for me to learn, grow, and become a better person.

Interviewer: The Deputy Secretary General is a new addition to this year’s TESMUN session. What do you think the absence of a Deputy Secretary General in past sessions affected?

Interviewee: Well, in this year's MUN season, our MUN coordinator, Mr. Govinda Gautam, introduced the role of Deputy Secretary General. Previously, we had an alternative position called Crisis Head who managed all crises in the committees. But because of the diminished importance of that role, our main coordinator Mr. Govinda gautam removed it and introduced the Deputy Secretary General position. I am honored to be the first person in our school’s history to serve in that role.

Interviewer: As a Deputy Secretary General what are your goals and expectations for this year's MUN?

Interviewee: As the Deputy Secretary General of TESMUN, the goal this year is to broaden our school’s MUN. We are proud to say we have fully amended the UNSRP document that was followed in previous sessions, fixing long lasting issues. We aim to work with United Nations Nepal as our strategic partner, inviting  diplomats from various embassies around the world to guide our school and institutions. Overall, we seek to create a better environment for our students to grow.

Interviewer:So that’s all the questions we have for today. Thank you for giving us your precious time and letting us know more about 

Interviewer: Good morning, everyone. I'm Anay Shahi from the Press Team Interview Team 3. Today, I have a special guest with me, Kareen Neupane from the chair of LP2.

Interviewee: Good morning, everyone.

Interviewer: How does it feel achieving the post of chair in the committee of LP2?

Interviewee: It's a big opportunity for me to work as a chair of the LP2 committee, Legislature Parliament 2. And it's not just a responsibility, but a privilege to act as one of the main dias in a committee full of discussions, moderated caucus, and conferences.

Interviewer: So can you give a brief introduction of LP2 and its current agenda?

Interviewee: Lp2 is Legislature Parliament 2, which lies in the National Committee of the TESMUN in 2025, and it is one of the highest ranking parliament dimensions in Nepal. And in TSMUN, the main agenda for a fourth session, by my discussion with the Da'as World, tackling youth unemployment crisis in Nepal, with national skill development and Mobilization.

Interviewer: Now moving on to the next question. Can you give us more information about the agenda and its main objective?

Interviewee: Through the discussion with my Daas panel, vice chair, Alvin Maharjan and Aayushma Lama, we came to a conclusion for the first session agenda to be tackling the youth unemployment crisis through national skill development and mobilization. And the delegates, as youth unemployment is a major crisis in Nepal right now with the politicians not being serious and the main cause would be political instability The main highlight for this agenda is political instability and youths searching for job opportunities and education scholarships overseas.

Interviewer: As a chair, what are your main expectations from the delegates?

Interviewee: As the chair of the LP2 committee, I would expect my delegates to have active participation throughout the MUN conference and committee sessions. I want the delegates to not only be based on the research, but also on their logic, especially during crisis and moderated caucus. They should be able to talk throughout the conference with full confidence. If they are scared, then at least they should be able to give their GSL and preparation throughout the conference.

Interviewer: So how do you think the MUN program helps students with their academic studies?

Interviewee: TESMUN  was established in The Excelsior School in 2012 by Chairperson, Madaae Seetal Rana. And this time, TESMUN in 2025 is going through UNA USA ROP, which means United Nations Association for United States of America Rules of Procedure. And it's a new thing for not only the dias, but also the delegates. And we are working on the experience so that the delegates could be confident enough to speak not only in MUN, but also in other debate forums. And in the National Committee, when they are discussing politics and the main crisis in Nepal, it will be easier for them in social studies for education.

Interviewer: Yeah, that's it. So that's all the questions we have for today. Thank you for providing us with your time. It's time to let us know more about the committee LP-2.

Interviewee: Thank you.

Good morning, everyone. I'm Anay Shahi from the interview team of Press. Today, I'm accompanied by my fellow teammate, Belishna G.C. We have a very special guest that we'll be interviewing today. It's the diligence and skill chair from LP1, Prithu Devkota.

Interviewer:

How is your experience being promoted from a delegate to a chair?

Interviewee:

After being promoted from a delegate to a chair, there have been many responsibilities on my shoulders such as making the delegates understand their role and how to debate on the MUN and how to research about the format of the resolution directive and working paper. Since there is a new format of the MUN in this MUN session, UNE USA format. So that has been a very difficult task to make Delegate understand about the format, but they have been quite adapting to it.

Interviewer

So have the Delegate been actively participating in the MUN and do they have the research materials?

Interviewee:

Yes, many of the Delegates are actively participating in the MUN session, as they have brought the necessary research, but many of the Delegates haven't understood the topic. So only a few Delegates haven't brought the research, but many of the delegates are actively participating in the committee.

Interviewer:

So what is the strong perk that makes you suitable for the post of chair? And what challenges have you faced while being the chair of LP1?

Interviewee:

The strong parts that make me the chair of LP1 is that  I have a good leadership skill and I can make delegates understand about the role, what they are supposed to do, and how they are supposed to prepare it for the MUN. Also, the challenges I've anticipated facing as the chair are making the delegate understand about the rules they have to do and about the new format of the ambient and also the format of visual and directive.

Interviewer:

What actions have you taken as the chair to motivate and educate the delegates?

Interviewee:

So, delegates who are passively participating in the MUN, I have directly gone to them and asked about the difficulties they have faced and helped them in how to speak in the moderated caucus  and also in the crisis. And also also have included them in the crisis and encouraged them to speak.

Interviewer:

What is the agenda? The delegates know more about the political issues and Political issues of Nepal and how to resolve them.

Interviewee:

So the agenda is about human trafficking and urban migration. And in this agenda, because of urban migration, human trafficking has increased rapidly. And from this, the government has to take action. So the delegates have understood about the political instability and the challenges the government has to face from this type of issue.

Interviewer:

As a chair, what are your expectations from the delegates?

Interviewee:

So as chair, my expectation is the delegates actively participating in the committee and also having a good research file and not only research, but also speaking their logical points and giving some good points and noted points in the committee.

Interviewer:

So that's the question for today. Thank you for generously giving us your time and letting us know more about LP-1. Thank you

Interviewer:-Good morning, everyone. I'm Baisal Jisi from the team Press with my team members. Today, we have a very special guest with us. Let us welcome Logistic Head, Aayush Poudel. We're moving on to the question,

 As a post of Logistic Head, what work have you done to contribute to this MUN program?

Interviewee:-First of all, I had already prepared a vision for this year's TES MEN, where I had already planned many of the things, including the props, all of the team members, as well as created a beautiful team and understand them, how well the team does this work and which sector do they work completely. I also make it smooth team coordination and also in many of the crops as well as getting the reference and printing them and bringing them to the school so that my team members can work frequently and slowly throughout the program.

Interviewer:-Well, that's wonderful. Now moving on to the next question. What strategies would you use to ensure  a smooth coordination between the logistic team members and how would you motivate your logistic team members during the session?

Interviewee:-First of all, with my team, I had many different kinds of people with many different kinds of art they had mastered. Some people were very good at making props and crafts, whereas some were very good at drawing and painting. There were also many who had very good knowledge of mathematics and construction, which helped me to build many of the things. To ensure the smooth coordination between my team members, I aligned them with their good friends and told them to work with team coordination with their own friends so that there won't be any awkwardness or similarities between them.

interviewer:-How do you think Logistic team members have been performing in this MUN session, and are you satisfied with it?

interviewee:-Yes, with my wonderful team, I think they have performed very well, and they had a very good motivation from the start. And with my team coordination, we were able to bring life to the team. We had skipped many classes, but with that, we had also prepared a very fantastic TES MUN  themed props and arts which were, I think, very useful, which are going to be very useful for the coming days to come in the final MUN session.

Interviewer:-What specific improvements would you suggest to enhance the efficiency of logistics in our part of the coming MUN program

Interviewee:-I will suggest that the next Logistic head and all of the other Logistic members in the coming years to come should have a very clear set of vision in their mind and a great team with great team coordination. I think God's Stick is not just only about creating props, creating designs. They are the backbone of the entire MUN program, which helps to enhance the effect of the MUN program and not just make it a program for the culture in our school.

Interviewer:-How would you describe your leadership style when managing a team under time limit and pressure during the MUN session?

Interviewee:-With a very short deadline and lots of work to do. I think with my great team, I had a very well-known job, and my leadership style is specifying tasks with specific people. I think that allocating the things with the team members who know them well are a very great aspect of my leadership style. And my leadership style brings a life to the entire team so that everybody can work together in a great coordination.

Interviewer:-That's really interesting. What has been your biggest learning experience from working as a logistic head in MUN? And how has it helped you grow personally or professionally?

interviewee:-As a logistic head, it helped me to develop my social skills, first of all, as I am not a very social person, but this helped me to improve my leadership skills and helped me to create a team and make a very great coordination to build very different kinds of things. I think that this helped me both in my future days to come and right now as well as all the learning that came with this, I think, has really improved myself.

interviewer:-Thank you for giving us your previous time to let us know more about the Logistics team.

Interviewee:-Thank you

Interviewer : Good afternoon, everyone. I'm Pallabi Neupane from the Press interview team. Today, we have a special guest that will be interviewing the Delegate of China, Prateek Bhatrai, from the Ecosoc Committee. Ecosoc deals with a wide range of topics, from sustainable development to human rights. Which specific issue do you feel most passionate about and why?

Interviewee: I feel the most passionate about sustainable development because sustainable development is a crucial factor for the overall development of a country. And sustainable development deals with the development without hampering the environment or the climate of a country and any other important factors.

Interviewer : How have you handled conflicts or disagreements with other delegates in economic issues?

Interviewer : In economic issues, if I have a disagreement with another delegate, then I will talk about the main laws or policies that my country has implemented for the solution of that issue, and I will try to compare them with the other.

Interviewer: In your opinion, what is the biggest social challenge your country faces today, and how has ECOSOC addressed it?

Interviewee : I think the biggest social issue that my country has touched is property. ECOSOC has implemented many policies and laws and encourages countries to implement those in their country to get rid of poverty.

Interviewer : Can you explain how Ecosoc can help tackle the impacts of climate on economic and social development?

Interviewee :Ecosoc  can conduct many campaigns and programs to help solve climate change.

Interviewer :If you had to prioritize one issue in the next session, what could it be and why do you think that issue should be addressed?

Interviewee: If I had to address one issue in the next session, I would address the debt of the countries because debt is the main factor which affects the economies of many countries.

Interviewer :Thank You for your precious time. 

Interviewee: thankyou 

Interviewer:-Good morning, everyone. I'm Belishna GC from the team, PRESS my team members. Today, we have a very special guest with us. Let us welcome Deputy IT of this administration, Jasbin Adhikari

Interviewee:-Thank you for your warm welcome. I am Jasmin Adikali. I'm really glad to be here today, and I look forward to sharing my experiences as a Deputy Head of TES, AMEN, 2025.

InterviewerNow, moving on to the first question. What is the main work of the IT team in this administration?

Interviewer: So the main work of the IT team in this, TES, for 2025 is to ensure that the entire digital and technical aspect of the confidence was fully. So this includes managing the official website of TES for 2025, creating posters, designs, visuals, and videos related to the confidence, providing real-time updates, and supporting delegates and chairs in case of any technical issues. So beyond just solving this issue, we also aim to make the conference more interactive and engaging by connecting delegates, chairs, participants, organizers, organizers, and teachers through a common digital platform. So to ensure that they all have a smooth experience of serious learning.

Interviewee As the Deputy IT head, how have you been contributing in the admin system?

Interviewer: So as I am a community IT head. I have been working alongside the IT head to manage and support the entire digital and technical aspect of TS. 2025. So I have contributed continuously by managing the official website, guiding my fellow IT members while designing posters, videos, graphics, visuals, et cetera. Besides that, I also travel through different problems regarding technical issues and help chairs, and help chairs and delegates by resolving the problems.

IntervieweeThe TPT IT head is one of the highest ranking posts? What have you done to achieve and fit in the best post?

Interviewer: So to achieve and fit into the post of Deputy IT Head, I mainly focused on developing my technical skills and I mainly focused on developing my technical and leadership skills. So back then, at the previous MUN sessions, when I myself was a delegate, I used to author each and every activity happening in the confidence. And at that time, I realized how important smooth technical support and time we were made for the proper stuff of MUN. And from then on, I was involved in the IT sites, and I often learned how to manage the websites, media, and digital tools. And by contributing continuously, and by improving my technical skills, by fostering my communication skills, and by showcasing my leadership skills in different problem-solving areas and teamwork, I have been eligible for this course of Deputy IT head.

Well, do you have any ideas or solutions to improve the IT experience for this year's M&N session?

Interviewer:To further improve the IT experience for this year's M&N session. So we could enhance media coverage by creating short highlight videos or photo deals after each session. We could also include an interactive poll or feedback forms for delegates to share their thoughts, experience, et cetera. Except that, we could also set up a streamlined support system for any technical issues during the conference to be resolved. Do it promptly.

Interviewee 

Has the IT team been performing well in this administration, and have they made your expectations?

Interviewer:

Yes, the IT team has been performing well in this administration. So we have almost completed our videos, websites, posters, properly and properly. And we have provided prompt technical support to delegates and chairs. But however, some tasks like the videos were done a little late, and then they would have been finished with more, and they would have just been handled with more care. Overall, the videos were not up to the level of expectation. And while designing the website, there were a few differences in ideas among IT members, which resulted in slight delays in publishing of the website. Despite these minor issues, the IT team's teamwork and dedication has ensured that the TESMN 2025 has run smoothly.

Interviewee Thank you for your precious time to let us know more about the IT team. You. Thank you.

Interviewer: Good morning, everyone. I'm Belishna GCfrom the interview team. Today, I'll be interviewing a special guest, the Chief Video Editor, Prajjol Shakya. Now, moving on to the first question. Can you briefly introduce yourself and your experience with video editing? What motivated you to apply for the role of video editing chief in this MUM?

Interviewee: My name is Prajjwoal, and I'm the Chief Video Editor for TES MUN 2025. I've been working with video editing for the past few years, and over time, I have developed skills in editing software. What motivated me to apply for the role of the Chief Video Editor was my interest for video editing, inspired from watching many videos with intriguing video effects.

Interviewer: Now moving on to the second question. How do you see your role contributing to the overall success of the conference?

IntervieweeI see my role contributing to the success of TESMUN 2025 by leading and guiding the video editing team to create fun and engaging content and by coordinating with my team to maximize their efficiency.

Interviewer: How do you balance professionalism with creativity while editing any and related videos?

Interviewee:I balance professionalism and creativity by keeping the videos clear and formal while adding visual effects to make them more interesting.

Interviewer: In your view, what makes a highlight video engaging enough for both delegates and the audience?

Interviewee:A highlight becomes engaging when it has good music, sound effects, and visuals. This keeps the audience engaged and entertained.

Interviewer: 

Now, moving on to the last question. What has been your biggest learning experience from working as a chief video editor, and how has it helped you grow personally and professionally?

Interviewee:The biggest learning experience from being a chief editor has to be leading a team and managing multiple projects while having the pressure of nearing deadlines. It has helped me personally grow my leadership and communication skills.

Interviewer:

Thank you for your time

Namaste. Good morning, everyone. I am Gaurav Dahal from the TES MUN 2025 Press team, and I am here with my teammates. Today, we are pleased to be speaking with the key figure of this year's MUN, Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP). Namaste and welcome.

Namaste.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): How does it feel to serve as the Chair of UNEP in this year's TES MUN?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, honestly speaking, I feel privileged and honored to get the opportunity to serve as a role model and a leader for my fellow juniors and delegates.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): What message would you like to give your delegates as they prepare their draft resolutions and participate in formal debate?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, I encourage my delegates to speak with logic in every aspect of this TESMUN. I encourage the delegates to not just focus on speaking for themselves, but for their allies and their blocks as well.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): How are you guiding delegates to propose sustainable and practical solutions to the environmental problems during committee sessions?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, my dais panel and I listen to our delegates' points with precision, and if we find any blunders or faults in their points, we encourage them to speak logically and correct their points. We don't try to be rude or harsh on them. We try to give them basic factual information in a straightforward manner.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): What preparation did you do to lead your committee effectively, both academically and as a leader?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, as a leader, we were assigned to research the background of our committees and our agendas so that we could have a brief preview of our agendas and the committee. This also helps us ensure that our delegates speak factual information and not just things off the top of their heads.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): How do you ensure balanced participation from all delegates, especially those who are new to MUN?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, in my committee, personally, I've seen a lot of delegates who have trouble speaking up their points. I don't know if it's due to lack of confidence or lack of research, but I encourage the delegates who are hesitant to speak up, even if it's in the form of brief points.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): What skills or attributes do you believe define a successful delegate in a committee like UNEP?

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Well, in UNEP, our committee is completely based on environmental protocols. So I expect them to base their points not on other committees like DISEC or ECOSOC, but to use relevant information to connect all of these real-world scenarios so that their points are relevant.

Gaurav Dahal (Interviewer): Thank you for your precious time with us. Hope you're good for your upcoming days in the MUN sessions.

Aaryana Ranjeet (Chairperson of UNEP): Thank you.