Est. 1970 · 53 Years of Service to the Profession

Building Trust. Empowering Chartered Accountants.

One of WIRC’s largest branches — 7,000+ members and 18,000+ students strong, with alumni who have gone on to serve on ICAI’s Regional and Central Councils. Founded in 1970 by CA. I.J. Desai, still guided by his spirit of service today.

75+
Years of ICAI
53
Years of Surat Branch
7,000+
Members
18,000+
Students
  1. 1970
    The Beginning

    Branch founded under first Chairman CA. I.J. Desai.

  2. 1986
    Regional Voice

    CA. Rupin Patchigar becomes Surat's first Regional Council Member.

  3. 2005
    A Familiar Name Leads

    CA. Jay Chhaira serves as Chairman of the Surat Branch.

  4. 2013–2021
    National Stage

    CA. Jay Chhaira is elected to ICAI's Central Council.

  5. Today
    53 Years Strong

    7,000+ members, 18,000+ students, under Chairman CA. Rahul Agrawal.

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Surat on the National Stage

Members Who Carried Surat’s Voice to ICAI’s Central & Regional Councils

Central Council
CA. Jay Chhaira
Member, CCM · 2013–2021, 2025–2029
Regional Council
CA. Ishwar Jivani
Member, RCM · 2025–2029
Regional Council
CA. Rupin Patchigar
RCM · 1986–1992
Regional Council
CA. Balkishan Rathi
RCM · 2007–2009
Regional Council
CA. Jay Chhaira
RCM · 2010–2012
Regional Council
CA. Hardik Shah
RCM · 2013–2018
Regional Council
CA. Balkishan Agarwal
RCM · 2016–2021
CA. Rahul Agrawal, Chairman
Chairman’s Message

With Gratitude for the Trust, Commitment to Excellence

My dear professional colleagues, as Chartered Accountants we play a crucial role in strengthening financial transparency, ensuring compliance, and guiding businesses through an ever-evolving regulatory environment.

With changing laws, advancing technology and dynamic business landscapes, let us work together with dedication, integrity and professionalism to uphold the values of our esteemed profession.

“Our responsibility goes beyond numbers — we build trust, transparency and financial discipline.”

CA. Rahul Agrawal
Chairman, Surat Branch of WIRC
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2026–27 Managing Committee

Nine Members. One Mission.

CA. Rahul Agrawal
CA. Rahul Agrawal
Chairman
CA. Shailesh Lakhankiya
CA. Shailesh Lakhankiya
Vice Chairman
CA. Preetesh Shah
CA. Preetesh Shah
Chairman, WICASA
CA. Chimpu Lapsiwala
CA. Chimpu Lapsiwala
Secretary
CA. Prashant Vekariya
CA. Prashant Vekariya
Treasurer
CA. Ashwin Bhauwala
CA. Ashwin Bhauwala
Immediate Past Chairman
CA. Manthan Chawat
CA. Manthan Chawat
Committee Member
CA. Dilip Singh Gehlot
CA. Dilip Singh Gehlot
Committee Member
CA. Rahul Gattani
CA. Rahul Gattani
Committee Member
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ICAI Bhawan, B/h VR Mall, Dumas Road, Rundh-Magdalla, Surat, Gujarat
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