ICSI WIRC Annual Regional Conference Set for August 29-30 in Karjat with 8 Structured CPE Hours

What has changed

The Western India Regional Council of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India has announced its Annual Regional Conference 2026 for 29 and 30 August 2026 at the Radisson Blu Plaza Resort and Convention Centre, Karjat. The programme carries 8 structured CPE hours for eligible participants who attend the full conference.

Theme focuses on the changing governance role

The conference theme is Governance Professionals — The Evolving Role of Company Secretaries. The programme is positioned around the shift from traditional compliance responsibilities toward broader governance, leadership and advisory roles.

The official programme lists sessions around regulatory expectations from governance professionals, the practising Company Secretary of tomorrow, and leadership competencies. The speaker line-up includes professionals from industry, practice, market institutions and regulatory or adjudicatory backgrounds.

Speakers listed by ICSI WIRC

The brochure names former IBBI Chairman and former ICSI Secretary Dr. M. S. Sahoo for a keynote address. It also lists speakers including Jatin Jalundhwala of Adani Group, Puneet Bansal of Adani Group, former ICSI President Pawan Kumar Vijay, Prudent Group CFO Chirag Kothari, IFSCA Executive Director Pradeep Ramakrishnan, BSE Executive Director S. Gopalan, and a member of the NCLT Mumbai Bench, along with experienced practising Company Secretaries and former ICSI office-bearers.

Registration and CPE conditions

ICSI WIRC says seats are limited and registration will remain open subject to availability. The brochure states that CPE credits will be awarded to participants who attend the entire conference, with in-and-out attendance signing mandatory.

For residential participants, the brochure describes accommodation arrangements at nearby hotels and states that the residential package includes conference fees, accommodation with check-in on 29 August and check-out on 30 August, specified meals and tea. It also notes that fees are non-refundable and non-transferable and that room allocation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Practical takeaway

Company Secretaries seeking structured CPE and current governance-oriented professional development can review the official WIRC brochure and register while seats remain available. Because accommodation pricing and availability are time-sensitive, participants should use the official registration resource for the latest position before making travel plans.

Useful official links

ICSI WIRC Annual Regional Conference 2026 Brochure

Key takeaway

The two-day conference is approaching and registration remains subject to seat availability, making the official programme timely for Company Secretaries and governance professionals.