Ahmedabad, March, 2026 — The Ahmedabad Chapter of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) successfully organized a landmark 2 days Iconic Conference at the prestigious Taj Resort, Gandhinagar. The grand event brought together more than 300 Company Secretaries from across the country, marking a significant milestone in the ICSI’s continuing efforts to strengthen and elevate the profession of Company Secretaries in India.
Distinguished Dignitaries Address the Assembly
The conference was graced by the presence of CS Pawan Chandak, President of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), who delivered the keynote address. In his address, CS Chandak spoke at length about the evolving and expanding role of Company Secretaries in the contemporary corporate landscape — underlining their indispensable contribution to good governance, legal compliance, and sustainable business practices.
The President highlighted the transformative steps undertaken by the ICSI in recent years to modernize the curriculum, strengthen professional development frameworks, and align the Institute’s standards with global best practices. He also shared an inspiring forward-looking vision for the profession, outlining a series of strategic initiatives that the ICSI intends to implement in the coming years to ensure that Company Secretaries remain at the forefront of India’s corporate governance ecosystem.
CS Jaymeen Trivedi, Chairman of the ICSI Ahmedabad Chapter, welcomed the delegates with warm hospitality and expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming response received from Company Secretaries across the country. He outlined the Chapter’s dedicated efforts in organizing the conference and reaffirmed the Ahmedabad Chapter’s unwavering commitment to professional excellence, capacity building, and the growth of the CS fraternity.
Cs Rajesh Tarpara, Central council Member from Ahmedabad, Address the delegates and informed about the vision of the ICSI for the Practicing Company Secretaries across India and which programs will be conducted by the ICSI.
Eminent Senior Company Secretaries Lend Prestige to the Event
The conference was further enriched by the distinguished presence of several eminent senior Company Secretaries from across India, whose participation added immense intellectual and professional value to the proceedings. Among the notable personalities who graced the occasion were:
CS Keyur Bakshi — A highly respected name in the CS profession, known for his extensive contributions to corporate governance and legal advisory.
CS Ravi Kapoor — A stalwart of the profession, whose insights on compliance and regulatory affairs are widely acclaimed across the corporate fraternity.
CS Jatin Jalundhwala — A distinguished professional with a sterling reputation in corporate secretarial practice and legal compliance, whose presence further elevated the stature of the event.
CS Puneet Bansal — A prominent figure in the profession, recognized for his thought leadership and significant contributions to professional development and corporate law.
Their presence inspired the delegates and lent an air of authority and gravitas to the deliberations, creating a rich platform for knowledge exchange and professional networking.
Nationwide Participation Underscores Resounding Success
In a testament to the conference’s national significance and the universal resonance of its agenda, delegates from the Northern, Southern, and Eastern Regions of the ICSI participated enthusiastically in the proceedings. This pan-India representation not only reflected the stature of the event but also underscored the collective spirit of the CS fraternity in coming together to shape the future of their profession.
The sessions were marked by stimulating discussions, thought-provoking deliberations, and a shared enthusiasm among participants to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing evolution of corporate governance standards in India. The interactive nature of the programme enabled seasoned professionals and younger practitioners alike to engage in substantive dialogue.
Registrations Mandatorily Closed Due to Overwhelming Response
Reflecting the tremendous enthusiasm and demand from the professional community, the Ahmedabad Chapter of the ICSI was compelled to mandatorily close registrations well in advance of the event. The unprecedented interest from Company Secretaries across the country resulted in registrations being filled to capacity, necessitating the closure of further enrolments to maintain the quality and effectiveness of the programme.
This development further validated the immense importance attached to the conference and the eagerness of Company Secretaries to engage with the thought leadership and insights presented at such a nationally significant platform.
A Resounding Success for the Ahmedabad Chapter
The conference was unanimously hailed as a landmark event in the professional calendar of the ICSI and a defining moment for the Ahmedabad Chapter. The seamless organisation, the calibre of speakers, and the breadth of national participation made it an undoubtedly successful initiative that will be remembered and celebrated within the CS fraternity for years to come.
The Ahmedabad Chapter of ICSI extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the dignitaries, senior professionals, delegates, and well-wishers whose participation and support made this event a grand success, and reaffirms its commitment to continuing to serve the profession with the highest standards of excellence.
