Revolutions don't begin with machines. They start with mindsets.

This June, as we built our calendar around the theme of the Industrial Revolution, we didn't just look back - we looked inward. Revolutions have always belonged to those who challenge the status quo, who embrace discomfort, and who lead change with courage. For us, as Chartered Accountants, staying relevant isn't optional. It's foundational.

And relevance, as we demonstrated this month, doesn't come from rhetoric - it comes from action.

What We Did
• Our Microsoft Workshops saw tremendous traction, not just because of the tools introduced, but because of the mindset shift they enabled. From understanding cloud-based automation to real workflow hacks, the sessions were practical, contextual, and instantly usable.
• We followed it up with a focused Tally-to-Excel workshop, tackling one of the most basic yet time-consuming gaps in practice. When everyday problems get solved, professionals don't just save hours; they regain control of their workday.
• Then came the announcement that the Income Tax Return deadline was extended to September 15th. While many saw relief, we saw opportunity. We decided to take advantage of this extended window and launched the CAAA Box Blast 2025 - a one-of-a-kind cricket league that brought teams, firms, and professionals together, not just for competition, but for community.
• Registrations for the Brain Trust also opened this month. For the uninitiated, this isn't just another knowledge series. This is where intellectual capital meets problem-solving. We're building a room full of thinkers who can challenge perspectives, co-create tools, and influence how our fraternity adapts to future risks and opportunities.
• And in a moment of pride, CAAA hosted the premiere of "Well Done CA Sahab", the first Indian film built around the journey of a Chartered Accountant. What made it special wasn't just the premiere - it was the conversations it sparked about identity, aspirations, and the silent leadership of our profession.

What Lies Ahead
But June was not just about celebrating wins. It was also about preparing for what's next.
• Over the next quarter, we will launch domain-specific bootcamps, including verticals on GST, litigation management, and emerging area-linked advisory services. These won't be just theory-heavy sessions but practical immersions led by practitioners and regulators alike.
• We are also expanding our member outreach, especially for women CAs, second-generation professionals, and members returning from sabbaticals. A new digital connect initiative will be launched to ensure every voice has a place, and every skill has a platform.
• And as monsoon settles in, we begin work on something bigger - programs with a set of curated thought-leadership forums where we aim to shape policy, enable reforms, and co-author the future narrative of our profession.

The Real Message
So yes, June was busy. But more than that, it was directional.
Because at CAAA, we don't chase trends. We shape them.
We don't preserve legacy. We evolve it.
Every initiative we undertake is measured by one question:
Did we move our members one step closer to being future-ready?


That is our benchmark. That is our discipline.
And that's the chapter we will keep writing together.

Warm regards,
CA. Rushabh Shah
President,
CA Association, Ahmedabad