ECOFIN
United Nations Economic and Financial Affairs Council
Agenda
Addressing the long-term concern of brain drain affecting developing countries and the resultant widening of economic gap between nations.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Meet Rupa Shah, Chair of ECOFIN, a lifelong lover of dance, reading, and editing. She brings creativity and precision into everything she does, whether in digital art, debates, or public speaking. She is constantly excited by new topics, eager to meet new people, and open to fresh experiences and perspectives. This curiosity makes her see every conversation as an opportunity to grow and every challenge as a chance to broaden her horizons. Academically driven, she has also won awards for dance, declamation, and debates. She thrives on arguments because, for her, the exchange of ideas matters most.
Rupa Shah
CHAIR
VICE CHAIR
Meet Bhavya Agrawal, Vice Chair of ECOFIN and an aspiring entrepreneur. A seasoned competitor, he was a national finalist at SRCC’s business ideathon and secured runner-up in IIM Bangalore’s financial modeling challenge. Bhavya loves decoding policy issues and came finalist at IIM Calcutta's National Policy Hackathon. Fuelled by restless curiosity and electric energy, he’s the guy who turns wild “what ifs” into his next big innovative adventure with pure, unstoppable flair.
Bhavya Agrawal
Jiah is a motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong academics and hands-on team experience. She seeks entry-level opportunities to build professional skills and is known for reliability, responsibility, and initiative. A public speaking enthusiast, she has participated in MUNs, debates, and elocutions. With a background in dance and regional-level throwball, she values discipline and teamwork. As a moderator, she prioritizes inclusivity, ensuring her team feels heard, supported, and empowered.
Jiah Lakhani
MODERATOR
Aashna Vaidya
RAPPORTEUR
Meet Aashna Vaidya, Rapporteur of ECOFIN. Aashna loves numbers, is a huge foodie and enjoys binge watching Gilmore Girls. She is a confident and articulate person with a passion for public speaking. She is also an avid reader and enjoys reading mysteries. With experience in Model United Nations and debates, she excels at presenting ideas with clarity and conviction. Beyond academics, she has a keen interest in fashion, using style as self-expression. She also loves travelling, exploring diverse cultures, and discovering new cuisines, constantly seeking enriching experiences around the world.