The Abu Dhabi Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has announced its new Managing Committee, and CA Rohit Dayma will serve as Chairperson for the upcoming term. Alongside him, the Executive Committee includes CA Priyanka Birla as Vice Chairperson, CA Mohammed Shafeek as General Secretary, and CA Shafeekh Neelayil as Treasurer.
Moreover, the committee structure reflects a clear distribution of responsibilities. The Professional Development Committee will be led by CA Rajesh Reddy with CA Hemlatha Lingamoorthy. Meanwhile, the Social Team will be guided by CA Anu Thomas with CA Prasad Amara. In addition, the Membership Portfolio will be handled by CA Suma Rajesh with CA Ankit Somani. The Media & Student Affairs team will be led by CA Ankit Kothari with CA Satish Jeksani, while the Communications Team will be managed by CA Nirmal Kumar Agarwal with CA Prashant Nathvani.
Vision in a Changing Global Landscape
Speaking on the occasion, CA Rohit Dayma, Chairperson, expressed gratitude to the members for their trust and confidence.
“The Abu Dhabi Chapter stands on a strong foundation built by our past leaders, and we are committed to carrying that legacy forward with renewed purpose and responsibility.”
Furthermore, he highlighted that the new committee begins its term during a period of rapidly evolving global economic and geopolitical conditions. Consequently, he acknowledged the broader environment shaping the profession.
“In such challenging times, we are deeply grateful to the leadership of the UAE for providing a stable, safe, and progressive environment. The nation’s resilience and visionary governance continue to inspire confidence and create opportunities for businesses and professionals alike.”
Strengthening the Role of the Profession
Additionally, he emphasized the growing responsibility of Chartered Accountants in today’s world. As the profession evolves, its role extends beyond traditional functions into broader contributions.
“As Chartered Accountants—custodians of trust, governance, and financial integrity—we must actively contribute to nation building by enabling entrepreneurship, strengthening governance, and supporting digital and sustainable transformation.”
