The KIIT International Model United Nations (KIIT MUN - 2019) concluded on Sunday here. The three-day MUN was graced by Prof Claudio Ansorena Montero, Ambassador of Costa Rica to India; Fleming Raul Duarte Ramos, Ambassador of Paraguay to India; Hector Cueva Jacome, Ambassador of Ecuador to India and Barbara Wickham, Director of British Council in India along with other prominent dignitaries in its inaugural session.

On the valedictory ceremony, Akash Tiwari of PETA, India and Bharati Chandra, Odisha Head, HelpAge India joined as guests.

Addressing the inaugural session, Barbara Wickham highlighted the scenario of human rights in 21st century. In the context of 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, she said that India through Mahatma has significant influence in the history of India and world. She also laid focus on exploitation of technology and global awareness.

Emphasising on the values of democracy, Prof Claudio said, “We have to work hand in hand to promote democratic values all over the world.”

Hector said the agricultural productivity in India is more than two to three times that of Latin America. Moreover, in IT, Education, Health sectors, India is miles ahead.

Fleming said, “We, as ambassadors have the main task to develop bridges to maintain relationship.” Kandhamal MP and founder of KIIT and KISS Dr Achyuta Samanta introduced the guests. Rohan Singh, Secretary General, KIIT International MUN, read out the annual report.

Abish Mathew was the main attraction for the star night on Saturday.