A visionary leader and a stalwart professional, CA. Prasanna Kumar D from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (Southern India Regional Council) has been elected as the Vice-President of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)—the world’s largest professional body of Chartered Accountants, for the year 2025-26.
An erudite, CA. Prasanna Kumar D holds a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from the prestigious Loyola College, Chennai and an M.A. in Sociology from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati. His brilliance shone early on, securing a rank in the CA Inter Examination completed his Chartered Accountancy in 1984.
A fellow Member of ICAI with more than three decades of experience, CA. Prasanna Kumar D was elected to the Central Council of ICAI for the three consecutive terms (24th Council; 25th Council and 26th Council) playing a pivotal role in shaping policies and guiding ICAI’s strategic direction.
His leadership journey saw him serve as Chairman of the Visakhapatnam Branch (2001- 2002), followed by an impactful tenure at the Southern India Regional Council (2007-2016), where he rose to Chairman of the region in 2013-14.
A sought-after speaker, he has delivered insightful lectures on Bank Audits, Company Law, Ethical Standards, Industrial Policies, and Budget Analysis at numerous ICAI seminars and conferences.
Beyond the world of finance, CA. Prasanna Kumar D is a passionate sports enthusiast. A skilled volleyball player, he has actively led and supported various state-level sports bodies, promoting athletic excellence alongside professional pursuits.
