Chairman's Message

CA. SUNIL SANGHVI,
CHAIRMAN
Ahmedabad Branch of WIRC of ICAI

Dear Esteemed Members,

It is with profound sense of honour and gratitude, I accept the responsibility as the Chairman of this branch of our Esteemed Institute. It is truly privilege to serve in a capacity that allows me to contribute to the growth and success of the profession and community. Our journey ahead is filled with exciting possibilities, and I am eager to collaborate with each one of you to achieve our shared aspiration.

I acknowledge the contributions and congratulate for achievements of out going Team of Ahmedabad Branch lead by CA (Dr.) Anjali Choksi, who did wonderful work in the last tenure and set a high level of standard.

Our primary focus is to serve and conduct programs that significantly benefit our valued members and dedicated students. With this object, I am delighted to share our main thematic areas of focus:

1. Empowering New Practitioners:
• Special emphasis on events tailored for new practitioners to provide them with valuable insights and guidance as they embark on their professional journey.

2. Student-Focused Initiatives:
• Introduction of dedicated reading rooms for students to enhance their learning experience.

3. Diverse Program Offerings:
• A balanced mix of traditional programs such as dedicated series on IT, GST, etc., along with sessions on emerging areas of practice, including forensic, insolvency, RERA, and valuations.

4. Technology Integration:
• Special focus on technology with sessions addressing its impact on practice and strategies to stay practice-ready in this era of AI and technological advancements.

5. Refresher Courses for Young Members and Women:
• Tailored refresher courses aimed at young members and women who may have taken a break and are looking to resume work.

6. Skill Development for Students/Young Members:
• Increased sessions on skills development, grooming, and proficiency in tools such as Excel, Tally, Zoho, and other modern accounting software.

7. Global Outsourcing Opportunities:
• Exploration of outsourcing opportunities in different parts of the world, focusing on how our members can add value globally.

8. Knowledge Enhancement:
• Identification of the best faculties across the country to deliver high-quality programs for continuous knowledge enhancement.

9. Punctuality and Respect for Members' Time:
• A commitment to starting programs on time and ensuring the efficient use of our members' valuable time.

10. Help Desks for Member Queries:
• Establishment of help desks at the branch, featuring a panel of experts, to address member queries related to IT, GST, RERA, etc., during specific times.

11. Special Programs for Industry Professionals:
• Introduction of specialized programs on Saturdays or Sundays to engage industry professionals on topics relevant to them, such as Ind AS, M&A, etc.

I am confident that with our collective efforts and unwavering commitment, we will elevate our branch to new heights. Together, we can create an environment that fosters learning, growth, and success.

In First communication as Branch Chairman, I solicit your support and co-operation through out the year to next chapter of success of this Branch.

I am Thankful to CA Aniket Sunil Talati, Immediate Past President – ICAI, CA Purushottam Khandelwal, CCM along with CA Chintan Patel – RCM, CA Hitesh Pomal- RCM, CA Vikas Jain- RCM, CA Neerav Agrawal -Vice-Chairman, CA (IP) Sunit Shah- Secretary, CA Chetan Jagetiya - Treasurer, CA Rinkesh Shah- Chairman WICASA, CA (Dr.)Anjali Choksi- Immediate Past Chairperson, CA Bishan Shah- Past Chairman, CA Abhinav Malaviya – MCM, CA Samir Chaudhary-MCM, for reposing the trust and confidence in electing me to Chairman of this Vibrant Branch.

With Best Regards,

CA Sunil Sanghvi
Chairman,
Ahmedabad Branch of WIRC of ICAI