ICSI Inaugurates 54th National Convention of Company Secretaries in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, September 5, 2026: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) inaugurated its 54th National Convention of Company Secretaries in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on September 5, 2026. The three-day annual convention is being held with the theme “NextGen CS – Catalyst of Growth & Guardian of Governance.”
The convention brings together Company Secretaries, regulators, industry leaders, government officials, directors, professionals and other stakeholders for discussions on emerging issues related to corporate governance, compliance, professional development and the evolving role of Company Secretaries.
ICSI Convention 2026: Key Highlights
- Event: 54th National Convention of Company Secretaries
- Organiser: Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
- Theme: “NextGen CS – Catalyst of Growth & Guardian of Governance”
- Venue: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Date: September 5, 2026
- Duration: Three days
- Physical participation: Around 1,500 Company Secretaries, professionals, directors, senior government officers and other stakeholders
- Virtual participation: Approximately 3,000 delegates
New Publications and Initiatives Announced
As part of the convention, ICSI released several publications and announced a range of professional and institutional initiatives.
These include:
- Souvenir
- ICSI Bi-annual Progress Report 2026
- Constitution of ICSI Students’ Benevolent Fund (SBF)
- 1st Youth Board Meeting (YBM)
- Publication on Mastering International Valuation Standards (IVS)
- Courses on PMLA & AML, NBFC and CS to CEO, DPDP Act and Cyber Laws
- IFSC Settlement Mechanisms – A Study with Recommendations for GIFT IFSC
- Handbook on Environmental Laws
- Handbook on Labour Codes
- Revised Guidance Note on Prohibition of Insider Trading (PIT)
- ESG Framework for Institutions
- Carbon Markets: The Net Zero Navigator
- Exposure Draft of Proposed Syllabus 2027
- Revised Edition of ICSI Auditing Standards (CSAS 1 to CSAS 4)
- Handbook on Mining Laws
ICSI Signs MoUs with FICCI and PaperLite
ICSI also signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with FICCI and PaperLite during the event.
The institute further announced webinar initiatives covering emerging areas of governance and professional practice, including:
- Navigating Governance: MSME Transformation Week
- Start-ups Laws and Governance Week
- AI-Powered Company Secretary: Transforming Secretarial Practice, Governance & Compliance
Focus on Next-Generation Company Secretaries
Speaking about the convention, Shri Inderdeep Singh Dhariwal, Additional Deputy Comptroller and Auditor General (Retd.), described the gathering as a platform where the experience of the past meets the possibilities of the future.
He said the thoughtfully curated sessions provide a strong foundation for developing the next generation of professional leadership.
CS Pawan G. Chandak, President of ICSI, highlighted the importance of integrity, trust and accountability in the profession. He said Company Secretaries have an important role in providing ethical guidance, strengthening governance and supporting boards and regulators.
Senior ICSI Officials Address Gathering
The inaugural programme was also addressed by CS Dwarakanath Chennur, Vice President, ICSI; CS Venkata Ramana R, Council Member and Chairman, Professional Development Committee; CS Sandip Kumar Kejriwal, Council Member and Programme Director; and CS Bishal Harlalka, Chairman, EIRC, ICSI.
Srimanta Baboo, Chairman, Bhubaneswar Chapter, ICSI, was also present at the occasion.
The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by CS Asish Mohan, Secretary, ICSI.
With participation from professionals, regulators, industry representatives and policymakers, the 54th National Convention is set to provide a platform for examining the changing responsibilities of Company Secretaries and the profession’s role in promoting stronger governance, compliance, innovation and sustainable growth.
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