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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has urged its 14 lakh members and students to extend support to the Armed Forces and the Nation amid the confrontation with Pakistan. With a widespread presence across nearly 17,000 pin codes in India and 13 branches near the India-Pakistan border, ICAI has called for volunteers among its fraternity offering to aid the relief efforts. The body said it is uniquely positioned to make a significant impact in humanitarian efforts.
The statement by the body said that they can facilitate evacuations, set up shelter camps for displaced civilians, arrange for ambulance services, oxygen cylinders and distribute essential medicines.
They can also organise blood donation camps and other critical aid services, it added.
“In addition, the ICAI fraternity is urged to remain vigilant, reporting any suspicious or anti-national activities and stand prepared to support national security during this critical time,” it added.
Lauding heroic efforts of the Indian Armed Forces, CA Charanjot Singh Nanda, the president of ICAI, emphasized that over 14 lakh financial soldiers of ICAI are committed not just in words but also in meaningful action.
During his address to the CA Fraternity, he said, “ICAI salutes the courage and determination of our soldiers. We share immense pride in their valour in avenging the tragic loss of 26 innocent lives in the Pahalgam terror attack. Operation ‘SINDOOR’ is a powerful message from a New Bharat, one that asserts there will be no compromise when it comes to protecting India’s sovereignty.”
“ICAI has always lived by the principle of ‘Nation First’. In every storm that has shaken our country, we have stood strong as a pillar of support to our motherland,” he added.
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He further urged all ICAI members and students to rise to the occasion, remain alert and uphold the highest ideals of service by protecting the integrity and security of the nation.
“Let us come together in this critical hour. Let the CA fraternity lead by example, proving that we are not only financial stewards but also pillars of strength, compassion and resilience for our nation,” he said.
CA. Prasanna Kumar D, vice-president of ICAI, said “We are financial soldiers of our motherland. In every hour of national need, we stand ready to serve our country.”
ICAI’s role in previous conflicts
ICAI has a legacy of contributing to national causes and supporting citizens during times of crisis. During the 1971 Indo-Pak War, ICAI members provided pro-bono services to the families of martyrs, and in the Covid-19 pandemic, ICAI extended support to grieving families, offered scholarships to students who lost parents and waived fees so the dreams could continue.
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“Members of the Institute also organized food drives, blood and plasma donation camps and vaccination camps not only for our members but public at large,” the statement said.
ICAI’s special COVID Task Forces delivered critical aid, including oxygen cylinders and concentrators, arranging for hospital beds, medicines, ambulances and meals. The statement said that several branches also donated vital supplies to hospitals, strengthening local healthcare infrastructure when it was needed most.
“As a trusted partner in nation-building, ICAI remains committed to support the Armed Forces, the Prime Minister and the citizens of India,” the release said.
“The Institute continues to inspire financial professionals to rise beyond the profession and lead with patriotism, compassion and unwavering duty to the nation,” it added.
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