June 2026

Dear Members,

Warm greetings to all.

It gives me immense pleasure to connect with you through our Branch website. The Salem

Branch has always stood as a vibrant platform for professional excellence, knowledge

sharing, and meaningful engagement among members and students alike. As Chairman, I

consider it a privilege to serve this esteemed fraternity.

The profession of Chartered Accountancy is witnessing unprecedented transformation.

Rapid technological advancements, evolving regulatory frameworks, increasing expectations

from stakeholders, and the growing role of Artificial Intelligence are redefining the way we

practice. While these changes bring new challenges, they also create exciting opportunities

for Chartered Accountants to expand their horizons and reinforce the trust that society

places in us.

The months ahead are professionally significant with statutory audits, tax compliances, GST

responsibilities, and various assurance engagements. I encourage every member to

approach these assignments with the highest standards of professional competence, ethics,

and diligence. Our commitment to quality will continue to distinguish our profession.

At the Salem Branch, we remain committed to providing meaningful learning opportunities

through high-quality CPE programmes, technical seminars, certificate courses, study circles,

and interactive sessions covering emerging areas of practice. Alongside technical

excellence, we also strive to foster networking, leadership, and professional collaboration

among members.

As we approach CA Day, let us take pride in being part of a profession that contributes

significantly to the nation's economic growth, financial transparency, and good governance.

Let us continue to uphold the values of integrity, independence, and excellence that define

the Institute.

I firmly believe that our greatest strength lies in our willingness to learn, adapt, and support

one another. With the active participation of every member, I am confident that the Salem

Branch will continue to scale new heights.

"Success is not achieved by chance; it is built through continuous learning,

disciplined effort, and unwavering integrity."

I look forward to your continued support and active participation in all the initiatives of our

Branch.

Wishing you and your family good health, happiness, and continued professional success.

With warm regards,

CA T. K. Nandakumar

Chairman

Salem Branch of SIRC of ICAI