Unanimously Elected at the 79th Annual General Meeting; Ushers in a New Era of Youth Leadership
AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT | 26th MAY 2026 | In a landmark moment for the Income Tax Bar Association, CA Shivam Bhavsar has been unanimously elected as the President of the Income Tax Bar Association for the Activity Year 2026–2027 — making him the youngest President in the Association’s distinguished history. The election was held at the 79th Annual General Meeting on 23rd May 2026, in Ahmedabad.
The unanimous election of CA Shivam Bhavsar reflects the Association’s confidence in the vision, energy, and professional commitment that young leadership brings. His election signals a forward-looking direction for the Association — one that embraces innovation, inclusive participation, and dynamic engagement with members across the fraternity.
President’s Message
“I am deeply humbled and honoured by the trust and confidence that the members of this Association have placed in me. This responsibility is not mine alone — it belongs to every member who believes that our best years as a body are ahead of us. My commitment is to make the Association more vibrant, accessible, and impactful. I look forward to working alongside our distinguished office bearers, committee members, and the guiding wisdom of our President Emeritus, Adv. Dhiresh T. Shah.”
— CA Shivam Bhavsar, President (2026–27)
New Leadership Team for 2026–27
Alongside CA Shivam Bhavsar, the following distinguished members have been unanimously elected as Office Bearers and Committee Members:
| Position |
Name |
|
President Emeritus |
Adv. Dhiresh T. Shah |
|
President |
CA Shivam Bhavsar |
|
Vice President |
CA Kenan Satyawadi |
|
Hon. Secretary |
CA Madhurya Trivedi |
| Hon. Jt. Secretary |
CA Suvrat Shah |
| Hon. Treasurer |
CA Raghav Thakkar |
Committee Members: Adv. Hiren Patel, Adv. Manav Bhagat, Narendra Karkar, CA Neil Ganatra, CA Parth Doshi, CA Parth Gohel, CA Pranay Shah, and CA Rajendra Kabra.
Looking Ahead
CA Shivam Bhavsar’s election as the youngest President is widely seen as a watershed moment — a reflection of the growing influence of young professionals in shaping the future of the fraternity. Under his leadership, the Association is expected to introduce fresh initiatives, strengthen member engagement, and build on the strong legacy established over its 79-year history.
The Income Tax Bar Association expresses heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing leadership for their invaluable service and extends best wishes to the newly elected team for a successful and impactful Activity Year 2026–27.
