ICAI to launch training on panchayat, civic accounting

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has decided to launch a nationwide training programme for panchayat and municipal accountants to strengthen financial governance, an official said.

This initiative, with a special focus on West Bengal where panchayats are strong, aims to equip local bodies with robust accounting practices.

“There is an urgent need to have strong accounting records and practices in our panchayats and municipalities,” said ICAI President Aniket Sunil Talati.