Dear Professional Colleagues,

Namaste!

As we step into the festive month of October, the air is filled with positivity, light, and new beginnings. On behalf of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Bengaluru Branch (SIRC), I extend my warm wishes to all our Members, Students and Staff Members and their Families for a joyous Dasara and Deepavali. May these festivals of triumph and light bring prosperity, happiness, and renewed energy into our professional and personal lives.

The past month has been a highly engaging one for our Branch, especially with four AI Certification Course batches for Members and a Study Circle Meeting on the subject “Professional Stewardship on Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 & Rules, 2011 & Strengthening Governance in FCRA-Regulated Organizations.”

As the year draws closer to its end, our focus remains on enhancing the quality of professional development initiatives and extending our outreach to every Member. I urge all Members to make the best use of the upcoming Workshops, Seminars and Certificate Courses planned for November and December.

An initiative to update and upgrade with spoken and written English has been arranged for our Staff Members at Bengaluru Branch.

At this festive juncture, let us also take a moment to reflect on our responsibilities as Chartered Accountants—upholding integrity, independence, and excellence in every endeavor. Just as we light lamps to dispel darkness, may our actions continue to illuminate the path of ethics and professionalism in Society.

Once again, wishing each one of you and your families a very Happy Dasara and Deepavali!

With warm regards and best wishes,

CA Manjunath M Hallur

Chairman,

ICAI - Bengaluru Branch (SIRC)