Welcome to Chengalpattu District Branch (SIRC)
Chairperson Message
Dear Esteemed Members,
Warm greetings from the Chengalpattu District Branch (SIRC).
As on 11th February 2026, I write this message with a heart
filled with overwhelming gratitude and humility, as I prepare
to hand over the Chairmanship to the incoming Vice Chairperson on 16th February 2026. The past 12 months have been a memorable journey of service, teamwork, and collective accomplishment, and I am deeply thankful to every member of our Branch family for making this year purposeful and fulfilling.
12-Month Performance Highlights (17.02.2025 – 11.02.2026)
1) Leadership & Governance
I assumed charge as Branch Chairman w.e.f. 17th February 2025, with a strong commitment to continuity, professionalism, and member-centric growth along with a clear mission to complete the construction of “ICAI Bhawan”, our own branch building. Throughout the year, our efforts were anchored in structured planning, transparent functioning, and consistent execution through teamwork.
I gratefully acknowledge the dedicated support of our office bearers, Vice Chairperson
CA. Madhumita R, Secretary CA. Sathish T S, and Treasurer CA. Aanand P, whose cooperation and leadership greatly strengthened the Branch’s functioning. I place on record my sincere thanks to each one of them.
2) Member Development & CPE Excellence
Our Branch delivered a robust calendar of Continuing Professional Education across Direct Taxes, Indirect Taxes, Audit & Assurance, Compliance, Quality Management, AI and Automation, and Practice efficiency tools.
These initiatives were ably coordinated by our Managing Committee members CA. Sridhar Ganesh N, CA. Ravichandran S, and CA. Deepa Rao, with valuable support from Sub-Committee Heads CA. T.R. Lakshminarayan, CA. Suresh Kumar, CA. Kannan, CA. Parasuraman and CA. Vaidyanathan. I place on record my sincere thanks to each one of them.
Key initiatives included:
Certificate courses and workshops on AI & Automation, preparing members for the future of the profession
Enhanced audit readiness through Bank Audit, Tax Audit, Peer Review, SQM-related documentation, and standards-based learning
Extensive GST coverage including compliance, assessments, filing challenges, ITC case studies, and annual returns (GSTR-9 & 9C)
Wider regulatory and practice updates on DPDP Act, Labour Codes, MCA compliance, FEMA, forensic aspects, and technology-enabled practice management
Successful conduct of a Residential Refresher Course (RRC) on Decoding the Direct Tax Code 2025, offering deep learning in a structured residential format
3) SICASA & Student Development
We sustained strong momentum in student empowerment through:
Study circles, workshops, seminars, coaching classes, and reading room support
Fast-track revision classes and mock tests for Foundation and Intermediate students
Initiatives such as AURA – AI Workshop, industrial visits, conferences, leadership activities, and skill-based programmes
SICASA activities were led by MC Member CA. Priya A, and Student Development initiatives were headed by MC Member CA. Arumugaraj P, with the support of Class Coordinator CA. Ramakrishnan B. These initiatives reflect our firm belief that nurturing students is among the most meaningful responsibilities of a branch, and I convey my sincere thanks to them for their dedicated efforts.
4) Career Counselling Programme
One of the proud highlights of this year was our outreach to promote careers in accounting and finance through:
• Participation in major education expos and career fairs
• The Super Mega Career Counselling Programme (CAFY 2025) conducted across 29 schools, reaching 6,000+ students in a single day, showcasing the Branch’s capability to deliver large-scale, high-impact outreach
This flagship initiative was led by MC Member CA. Arumugaraj P, with excellent coordination support from our Branch In-charge Ms. Pankajam Raghavan. I place on record my heartfelt appreciation to all our Career Counsellors and Career Counselling Volunteers (CA members) who gave their time and guidance to inspire students and parents, and to showcase the pride and scope of the CA profession.
5) Wellness, Community Engagement
We strengthened community bonding through:
Wellness initiatives including World Laughter Day, International Yoga Day, Wellness talks, and the creation of a dedicated WhatsApp group to encourage and track daily Wellness activities among members
A vibrant CA Day celebration with senior member felicitation, student recognitions, and health initiatives such as blood donation and screening camps reinforcing ICAI’s values of service and public responsibility
I appreciate the efforts of MC Member CA. Deepa Rao, who took the initiative in driving wellness-related activities, and requested her to continue and further strengthen this programme for the long-term well-being of our CA community.
6) Historic Institutional Milestone – ICAI Bhawan
The defining milestone of this tenure was the successful inauguration of the ICAI Bhawan at East Tambaram on 24th January 2026, in the august presence of ICAI leadership, the President CA. Charanjot Singh Nanda, Vice President CA. Prasanna Kumar D, Central Council Members, Regional Council Members, Local authorities and dignitaries along with an enthusiastic gathering of around 600 members.
This Bhawan is envisioned as a permanent hub for:
- High-quality CPE programmes, seminars, and conferences
- Student learning, development, mentoring, and capacity-building
- Technology-driven workshops and future-ready professional initiatives
- Stronger institutional engagement and professional development
This achievement is a collective dream realised and will serve generations of members and students.
I place on record my heartfelt thanks to the Infrastructure Committee Members, headed by CA. Rajendra Kumar (Chairman – Infrastructure Committee & Central Council Member), supported by CA. Sripriya K (Vice Chairperson – Infrastructure Committee & Central Council Member) and CA. Babu Abraham (Member - Infrastructure Committee & Central Council Member), for their steadfast support, tireless monitoring, and unwavering cooperation without which the dream of inauguration of ICAI BHAWAN Could not happened during this year.
I also thank the Guest of Honour, Thiru. S R Raja MLA, Tambaram constituency, Tamilnadu, the Central Council Members, Past Presidents, Regional Council Members for their Presence, guidance, encouragement, and institutional support that strengthened the Branch’s journey and ensured momentum for this landmark project.
I also place on record my sincere appreciation to the Architect and Builder, for their technical expertise, planning, timely execution, and perseverance that helped translate the ICAI Bhawan vision into a proud reality.
With deep respect, I also recall and place on record the significant contributions of:
CA. Devaraja Reddy, Past President, ICAI, in whose Presidency our Branch was opened in 2016, marking a key institutional milestone in our history. CA. G. Sekar, Ex-Central Council Member, who was instrumental in participating in the tendering process and in obtaining Council approval for taking land on lease from Railway Land Development Authority, a crucial step that enabled the construction of our ICAI Bhawan. Our Past Presidents, CA. Nihar N. Jambusaria and CA. Ranjeet Kumar Agarwal and other dignitaries who laid the Bhoomi Pooja and Foundation Stone, respectively and who consistently supported the project.
Gratitude & Acknowledgements
As I prepare to demit office on 16th February 2026, I place on record my heartfelt thanks to:
Managing Committee Members, for their constant support, teamwork, and faith in me throughout the year
- Past Chairmen of our Branch, whose vision, perseverance, and continuous backing laid the foundation
- Esteemed Members, for your active participation and encouragement, which gave life and energy to every branch initiative
- Branch Staff, for your sincere dedication, discipline, and behind the scenes coordination that ensured smooth and professional execution of all programmes
- If any names have been inadvertently omitted, such omission is purely unintentional.
Closing
I leave the office of Chairmanship not with a sense of conclusion, but with a sense of continuity because our Branch is now stronger, better equipped, and ready for the next chapter. I assure the incoming leadership of my fullest support and cooperation, and I remain committed to serving the Branch and the Profession in every possible way.
With folded hands and heartfelt thanks to each one of you.
Warm regards,
CA. Shivachandra Reddy K
Outgoing Chairman
Chengalpattu District Branch of SIRC of ICAI
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