Dear Esteemed Members,
As we wrap up another eventful year, I hope you all have successfully completed the GSTR filings in time. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 32 Central Council Members and 64 Regional Council Members who have been elected in the 26th Council and 25th Regional Council Elections respectively. Your dedication and commitment to the profession are commendable, and we look forward to your contributions in the upcoming term.
I am pleased to announce that the Branch Committee elections are scheduled to be held on 12th January 2025. The relevant information is placed on the Notice Board at the Branch, hosted on the Branch website and has been shared with you. I encourage all members to participate actively and make their voices heard in shaping the future of our branch. The branch successfully conducted the 3rd batch of the AI Level 1 Certification Course from 16th to 18th December 2024, reflecting our commitment to staying abreast of technological advancements and enhancing the skills of our members.
We also conducted several CPE programs, including a full-day session on the Code of Ethics and GST, and another full-day program on Standards on Auditing and the Code of Ethics. These sessions were well received and provided valuable learning opportunities for our members. I personally thank the learned speakers CA Ayush Jain, CA D. Leela Vara Prasad, CA D. Saranya & CA R K Gaur for their valuable insights on the respective topics.
The “We Care” program of ICAI was conducted to felicitate CA V S Prakasa Rao, honouring his significant contributions to the profession and the community. A special note of thanks to our speakers and resource persons, whose insights and expertise have enriched our programs and events throughout the year. Your contributions are invaluable, and we are grateful for your continued support.
I also wish to express my gratitude to the contributors of our monthly newsletters. Your efforts in sharing knowledge and information have been instrumental in keeping our members informed and engaged. As we look forward to the new year, let us continue to strive for excellence and uphold the values and integrity of our profession.

Wishing you all a joyous and prosperous New Year and Sankranti!

Warm regards

CA Anirban Pal
Chairman,
Visakhapatnam Branch
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)