CA. Rushabh Shah
President, Chartered Accountants Association, Ahmedabad
"Legacy is not what we leave behind, but what we build forward - together."
As I assume the presidency of the Chartered Accountants Association, Ahmedabad for 2025-26, I see this not as a title, but as a responsibility - one shaped by the past, but committed to the future.
The Chartered Accountants' Association, Ahmedabad has played a pivotal role in shaping who I am. I joined the Association in 2014, and over the years, it has been much more than a network - it has been a launchpad, a learning ground, and a community that continues to inspire me to grow.
This year, I am especially proud to be joined by a highly committed team. It gives me immense joy to announce that CA. Anjali Chokshi will serve as the Vice President, marking a historic milestone as the Association's first-ever female Vice President. Alongside her, CA. Ashish Sharma and CA. Sulabh Padshah will serve as Honorary Secretaries, and together, we look forward to building a purposeful, action-driven year.
As the 69th President, I'm also honoured to be joined by CA. Jignesh Shah, CA. Ketul Patel, CA. Nirav Choksi, CA. Karan Shah, CA. Vikas Jain, CA. Priyam Shah, CA. Kushal Talati, CA. Shivang Chokshi, and CA. Maulik Desai in the Executive Committee.
A Milestone Year: Entering the 75th Year
As we approach December 2025, CAAA steps into its 75th year - a legacy few associations in India can claim with such pride. This Platinum Jubilee is not just a celebration of the past but a call to define the next 25 years. One of our flagship initiatives this year will be the creation of a Vision 100 Charter, a forward-looking roadmap that reimagines how our Association will serve its members and the profession over the next quarter-century.
Driving Change: Technology, Branding, and Youth Engagement
We are in an era where relevance is driven by reinvention. One of our key focus areas this year is technology integration - whether in the way we communicate, learn, or run events. A renewed digital presence is already in the works, as we position the Association to be more progressive, accessible, and future-ready.
Equally important is our focus on the next generation of professionals. We're seeing an encouraging influx of young CAs into the Association, and I see it as our duty to actively engage this cohort - inviting fresh perspectives, fostering innovation, and empowering leadership from the ground up.
Upcoming Highlight: RRC 2025
One of the highlights of this year will be the Residential Refresher Course (RRC) at Ranakpur, scheduled for 11-13 August 2025. While it offers a serene setting for fellowship, this RRC is equally about deep learning. We have lined up five high-impact technical sessions led by some of the profession's most respected voices spanning Direct Tax, Indirect Tax (GST), International Taxation, FEMA, and Audit. Additionally, we'll host interactive group discussions, designed to foster meaningful exchanges of thought and experience.
In closing, I want to reiterate - this presidency is not a solo pursuit. It is a shared journey powered by passionate members, tireless volunteers, and a 75-year legacy. With your trust and active participation, I am confident we will not only uphold the values of the Association but also build new horizons.
This year, I won't just lead. I will listen. Collaborate. And act.
Because this Association doesn't need just plans - it needs purpose-driven execution.
Let's make 2025-26 the year we look back on and say:
"That's when the next chapter truly began."
Warm regards,
CA. Rushabh Shah
President,
CA Association, Ahmedabad
