## Report on Notifications Regarding Branches of the Southern India Regional Council (SIRC) of ICAI
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes three notifications issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) on June 6, 2025, concerning the establishment of new branches and modification of the jurisdiction of an existing branch of the Southern India Regional Council (SIRC). The notifications detail the creation of new branches in Khammam and Nizamabad (Telangana) and the detachment of Hosapete (Karnataka) from the jurisdiction of the Ballari branch of SIRC. These changes aim to expand the regional presence and optimize the operational areas of ICAI.
**2. Introduction:**
This report provides a policy analysis based solely on the provided text of three notifications issued by the ICAI. The purpose is to inform affected parties about the establishment of new SIRC branches in Khammam and Nizamabad, and the jurisdictional modification of the Ballari branch. The analysis focuses on understanding the scope, impact, and implementation of these changes.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* The notifications pertain to the establishment and modification of branches within the SIRC of ICAI, operating under the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988, specifically Regulation 159 1.
* **Core Objective(s):** Based on the provided text, the core objectives appear to be:
* To expand the operational reach of the SIRC within the Telangana region by establishing new branches.
* To optimize the jurisdiction of existing branches for improved management or service delivery by modifying the Ballari branch jurisdiction.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
* **New Policy (Khammam and Nizamabad Branches):** The establishment of the Khammam and Nizamabad branches suggests a need to cater to a growing number of chartered accountants or a desire to improve service accessibility for members and students in these regions of Telangana. The notifications indicate the establishment of regional headquarters to address local needs and facilitate professional development within a defined geographical area.
* **Amendment (Ballari Branch):** The detachment of Hosapete from the Ballari branch's jurisdiction implies a potential need for a more streamlined or efficient operational structure. It's possible that factors such as geographical considerations, membership density, or administrative efficiency prompted this adjustment.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
* **New Policy (Khammam and Nizamabad Branches):**
* Establishment of the "Khammam Branch of Southern India Regional Council" and the "Nizamabad Branch of Southern India Regional Council," both headquartered in their respective cities in Telangana.
* Defined jurisdictional areas for each new branch, encompassing the respective city and all cities/towns within a 50 km radius:
* Khammam: Includes Madira, Wyra, and Satthpalli.
* Nizamabad: Includes Armoor and Bodhan.
* Mandates that the branches function under the control, supervision, and direction of the ICAI Council through the SIRC, adhering to any directives issued by the Council.
* **Amendment (Ballari Branch):**
* **Specific Part of Original Policy Changed:** The jurisdictional area of the Ballari Branch of SIRC of ICAI as defined in notification no. 1.CA.7942006 dated 27th September 2006.
* **New Rule/Provision:** Hosapete (Karnataka) is detached from the jurisdiction of the Ballari Branch of SIRC.
* **Effect of the Change:** Hosapete is no longer under the administrative or operational purview of the Ballari Branch. Members and activities in Hosapete will likely now be served by another branch or directly by the SIRC.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
* Chartered Accountants and students of chartered accountancy residing or practicing within the specified jurisdictional areas of Khammam, Nizamabad, and Ballari (including the detached Hosapete).
* The Southern India Regional Council (SIRC) of ICAI.
* The ICAI Council.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:**
* The Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
* The Southern India Regional Council (SIRC).
* The newly established Khammam and Nizamabad Branches.
* The Ballari Branch.
* **Timelines:** The notifications state an effective date of May 27, 2025, for the establishment of the new branches and the detachment of Hosapete.
* **Procedures:** The branches are expected to function under the existing regulations and guidelines of ICAI and SIRC, as per Regulation 159.
* **Amendment (Ballari Branch):** Implies a transition period or process for reassigning responsibilities for Hosapete from Ballari to another branch.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
* **New Policy (Khammam and Nizamabad Branches):**
* Enhanced accessibility of ICAI services and resources for members and students in Khammam and Nizamabad regions.
* Increased local engagement and professional development opportunities.
* Improved administrative efficiency within the expanded regional network.
* **Amendment (Ballari Branch):**
* Potentially more focused and efficient management of the remaining jurisdictional area of the Ballari Branch.
* The need for members in Hosapete to interact with a different branch or the SIRC directly.
* Possible realignment of resources and responsibilities within the SIRC.
**9. Conclusion:**
The notifications represent a strategic effort by the ICAI to strengthen its regional presence and optimize its service delivery within the Southern India region. The establishment of new branches in Khammam and Nizamabad reflects a commitment to expanding accessibility and fostering local engagement. The detachment of Hosapete from the Ballari branch suggests a refinement of operational structures to enhance efficiency. These changes are significant for the affected members and students of ICAI, requiring them to be aware of the new branch jurisdictions and potential changes in service access.
Key Entities Referenced
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India: An organization established by an Act of Parliament
Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988: A set of regulations governing the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Southern India Regional Council: A regional council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Khammam city Telangana: A city in Telangana where a branch of the Southern India Regional Council is being established
Khammam Branch of Southern India Regional Council: The name of the new branch being established in Khammam city Telangana
Madira: A city/town within 50 kms of Khammam city Telangana, falling under the jurisdiction of the Khammam Branch
Wyra: A city/town within 50 kms of Khammam city Telangana, falling under the jurisdiction of the Khammam Branch
Satthpalli: A city/town within 50 kms of Khammam city Telangana, falling under the jurisdiction of the Khammam Branch
Nizamabad city Telangana: A city in Telangana where a branch of the Southern India Regional Council is being established
Nizamabad Branch of Southern India Regional Council: The name of the new branch being established in Nizamabad city Telangana
Armoor: A city/town within 50 kms of Nizamabad city Telangana, falling under the jurisdiction of the Nizamabad Branch
Bodhan: A city/town within 50 kms of Nizamabad city Telangana, falling under the jurisdiction of the Nizamabad Branch
Ballari: Location where a branch of Southern India Regional Council was setup.
Hosapete Karnataka: A city being detached from the jurisdiction of the Ballari Branch of the Southern India Regional Council
Ballari Branch of SIRC of ICAI: Branch of Southern India Regional Council of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CA.Dr. JAI KUMAR BATRA: Secretary
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असाधारण
EXTRAORDINARY
भाग III—खण्ड 4
PART III—Section 4
प्राजधकार स ेप्रकाजित
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
स.ं 441] नई ददल्ली,बुधिार , िनू 18, 2025/ज्य ष्े ठ 28, 1947
No. 441] NEW DELHI, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2025/JYAISTHA 28, 1947
भारतीय चार्टड ट अकाउंर्ेंट्स सस्ट्ं थान
(संसदीय अजधजनयम द्वारा स्ट्थाजित)
अजधसचू ना
नई ददल्ली, 6 िून, 2025
फा.स.ं1-सीए (7)/228/2025.––भारतीय चार्टड ट अकाउंर्ेंर् संस्ट्थान की िररषद,् चार्टडट अकाउंर्ेंर् जिजनयम,
1988 के जिजनयम 159(1) के अनुसरण में तारीख 27 मई, 2025 से खम्मम िहर (तेलंगाना) में दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ्
की एक िाखा की स्ट्थािना करने की अजधसचू ना िारी करती ह ै।
यह िाखा दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ्की खम्मम िाखा के नाम से ज्ञात होगी और इसका मख्ु यालय खम्मम िहर (तले ंगाना)
में अिजस्ट्थत होगा । िाखा के अजधकार िेत्र में खम्मम िहर के अजतररक्त, खम्मम िहर की सीमा से 50 दकलोमीर्र की दरू ी के
भीतर आने िाल ेजनम्नजलजखत िहर/नगर िाजमल होंग े:--
1. मदीरा
2. िायरा
3. सत्थिल्ली
जिजनयम 159 के उिजिजनयम (3) के अधीन जिजहत दकए गए अनुसार यह िाखा दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ् के माध्यम स े
िररषद ् के जनयंत्रण, ियटिेिण और जनदेिन के अधीन कायकट रण करेगी और िह ऐसे जनदेिों को कायाटजवित करेगी, िो समय-
समय िर िररषद ्द्वारा िारी दकए िाएं ।
सीए. (डा.) िय कुमार बत्रा ,सजचि
[जिज्ञािन-III/4/असा./174/2025-26]
3982 GI/2025 (1)2 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART III—SEC.4]
THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
(Set up by an Act of Parliament)
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 6th June, 2025
F.No. 1-CA (7)/228/2025.––In pursuance of the Regulation 159 (1) of the Chartered Accountants
Regulations, 1988, the Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is pleased to notify the
setting up of a Branch of Southern India Regional Council in Khammam city (Telangana) with effect from
May 27, 2025.
The Branch shall be known as Khammam Branch of Southern India Regional Council and its
Headquarters shall be Khammam city (Telangana). The Jurisdiction of the Branch shall besides
Khammam city, include the following cities/towns falling within a distance of 50 kms from the city limits
of Khammam: -
1. Madira
2. Wyra
3. Satthpalli
As prescribed under sub-regulation (3) of Regulation 159, the Branch shall function subject to the control,
supervision and direction of the Council through Southern India Regional Council and shall carry out such
directions as may, from time to time, be issued by the Council.
CA.(Dr.) JAI KUMAR BATRA, Secy.
[Advt.-III/4/Exy./174/2025-26]
अजधसचू ना
नई ददल्ली, 6 िून, 2025
फा.स.ं1-सीए (7)/229/2025.––भारतीय चार्टडट अकाउंर्ेंर् संस्ट्थान की िररषद,् चार्टडट अकाउंर्ेंर् जिजनयम,
1988 के जिजनयम 159(1) के अनुसरण म ें तारीख 27 मई, 2025 स े जनिामाबाद िहर (तेलगं ाना) म ें दजिणी भारत
प्रादेजिक िररषद ्की एक िाखा की स्ट्थािना करने की अजधसूचना िारी करती ह ै।
यह िाखा दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ्की जनिामाबाद िाखा के नाम स े ज्ञात होगी और इसका मुख्यालय जनिामाबाद
िहर (तले ंगाना) म ें अिजस्ट्थत होगा । िाखा के अजधकार ित्रे म ें जनिामाबाद िहर के अजतररक्त, जनिामाबाद िहर की
सीमा स े 50 दकलोमीर्र की दरू ी के भीतर आन े िाल े जनम्नजलजखत िहर/नगर िाजमल होंग े :--
1. अरमूर
2. बोधन
जिजनयम 159 के उिजिजनयम (3) के अधीन जिजहत दकए गए अनुसार यह िाखा दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ् के
माध्यम से िररषद ् के जनयंत्रण, ियटिेिण और जनदिे न के अधीन कायटकरण करेगी और िह ऐसे जनदिे ों को कायाटजवित
करेगी, िो समय-समय िर िररषद ्द्वारा िारी दकए िाएं ।
सीए. (डा.) िय कुमार बत्रा ,सजचि
[जिज्ञािन-III/4/असा./174/2025-26][भाग III—खण्ड 4] भारत का रािित्र : असाधारण 3
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi,the 6th June, 2025
F.No. 1-CA (7)/229/2025.––In pursuance of the Regulation 159 (1) of the Chartered
Accountants Regulations, 1988, the Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is pleased to
notify the setting up of a Branch of Southern India Regional Council in Nizamabad city (Telangana) with
effect from May 27, 2025.
The Branch shall be known as Nizamabad Branch of Southern India Regional Council and its
Headquarters shall be Nizamabad city (Telangana). The Jurisdiction of the Branch shall besides
Nizamabad city, include the following cities/towns falling within a distance of 50 kms from the city limits
of Nizamabad: -
1. Armoor
2. Bodhan
As prescribed under sub-regulation (3) of Regulation 159, the Branch shall function subject to the control,
supervision and direction of the Council through Southern India Regional Council and shall carry out such
directions as may, from time to time, be issued by the Council.
CA.(Dr.) JAI KUMAR BATRA, Secy.
[Advt.-III/4/Exy./174/2025-26]
अजधसचू ना
नई ददल्ली, 6 िून, 2025
फा.स.ं 1-सीए (7)/230/2025.––भारतीय चार्टडट अकाउंर्ेंर् संस्ट्थान की िररषद ् न े अिनी अजधसूचना सं.
1.सीए (7)/(94)/2006, तारीख 27 जसतंबर, 2006 के माध्यम से चार्टड ट अकाउंर्ेंर् जिजनयम, 1988 के जिजनयम 159(1)
के अधीन 8 जसतंबर, 2006 से बेल्लारी में दजिणी भारत प्रादेजिक िररषद ्की एक िाखा की स्ट्थािना की थी ।
अब, िूिोक्त अजधसूचना को आजं िक रूि से उिातं ररत करते हुए, संस्ट्थान की िररषद ् यह अजधसूजचत करती ह ै दक होसिेर् े
आईसीएआई की एसआईआरसी की बेल्लारी िाखा की अजधकाररता से िथृ क् हो िाएगा ।
आईसीएआई की सीआईआरसी की बेल्लारी िाखा की अजधकाररता से होसिेर्े (कनाटर्क) को िथृ क् करन े की प्रभािी तारीख
27 मई, 2025 होगी ।
सीए. (डा.) िय कुमार बत्रा ,सजचि
[जिज्ञािन-III/4/असा./174/2025-26]4 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART III—SEC.4]
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi,the 6th June, 2025
F.No. 1-CA (7)/230/2025.––Whereas the Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of
India vide notification no. 1.CA.(7)/(94)2006 dated 27th September 2006 w.e.f 8th September 2006 had set
up a Branch of Southern India Regional Council at Ballari under Regulation 159(1) of the Chartered
Accountants Regulations, 1988.
Now in partial modification of the aforesaid notification, the Council of the Institute hereby notify the
detachment of Hosapete from the Jurisdiction of Ballari Branch of SIRC of ICAI.
The effective date of detachment of Hosapete (Karnataka) from the Jurisdiction of Ballari Branch of SIRC
of ICAI will be May 27, 2025.
CA.(Dr.) JAI KUMAR BATRA, Secy.
[Advt.-III/4/Exy./174/2025-26]
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