Consulate General of India
Houston
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PRESS RELEASE

1st ICAI International Conference

           Consul General D.C. Manjunath participated in the inaugural ceremony of the 1st ICAI International Conference – USA 2026, A.S.P.I.R.E. 2026, hosted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Dallas (DFW) USA Chapter in Frisco, Texas, on October 24, 2026.

2.         The two-day conference, held on October 24–25, brought together distinguished chartered accountants, business leaders, industry experts and professionals to deliberate on Artificial Intelligence, Strategy, Innovation & Investment, Risk & Regulation, Entrepreneurship and the evolving future of the accounting profession.

3.           The inaugural ceremony was also attended by Frisco Mayor Mark Hill, while CA Prasanna Kumar D, President of ICAI, participated virtually. Members of the ICAI Central Council travelled from India to attend the conference, reflecting the institution’s growing international engagement and strong professional ties between India and the United States.

4.          Consul General highlighted ICAI’s contributions to India’s economic growth, corporate governance and financial transparency. Established in 1949, ICAI had grown into one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies, with an extensive network of branches across India and over 50 overseas chapters. He recognized the important role played by Indian chartered accountants in supporting investment, strengthening businesses and advancing India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

5.           CG also underscored the contributions of the Indian professional community in the United States to strengthening India–U.S. economic and commercial relations. He encouraged participants to embrace emerging technologies, promote innovation and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and governance.

6.        The address also highlighted the India–USA Trade Facilitation Portal, a Government of India initiative designed to facilitate bilateral trade by providing exporters, businesses and industry stakeholders with access to market information, regulatory guidance and emerging commercial opportunities. Participants were encouraged to register through the dedicated booth established at the conference venue and explore opportunities for deeper India–U.S. business collaboration.

7.       CG congratulated the ICAI Dallas (DFW) USA Chapter for organizing the landmark conference and reaffirmed the Consulate’s commitment to supporting the ICAI fraternity in further strengthening professional, economic and people-to-people ties between India and the United States.

October 25, 2026
Houston