22/09/2026
✨ Ideas Converge, Futures Emerge
The Department of Commerce, M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (Autonomous), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), successfully hosted its Three-Day National Seminar from 17–19 September 2026 on the theme: “Next Gen GST Reforms & Their Socio-Economic Impact: The Path to Viksit Bharat 2047.”
Day 3 – 19 September 2026 featured a dynamic paper presentation track exploring the intersection of Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency Gains, and Cultural Goods & Heritage Preservation. The session, presided over by CA Vishesh Unni Raghunathan (Partner, A. Raghunathan & Co LLP) and CA Renuka Murali (Proprietor, J. Murali & Co), brought forth innovative ideas to strengthen an inclusive taxation ecosystem.
This was followed by a Policy Panel Discussion with eminent voices from industry, governance, and professional practice:
•Moderator: CA R. Srivatsan, Assistant Director, National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics (NACIN), Chennai Zonal Campus
•Panelists:
•CA V. V. Sampath Kumar, FCA, DISA (ICAI), Practicing Chartered Accountant
•Dr. R. Shanthi, Professor & Head, Department of Commerce, University of Madras
•CA CMA Ganesh Sankararaman, Executive Vice President & CFO, Sify Infinit Spaces Ltd
The seminar culminated in a Valedictory & Prize Distribution Ceremony, graced by Shri S.K. Vimalanathan, I.R.S., Chief Commissioner of CGST and Central Excise, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Zone. Drawing from ancient Tamil literature, he highlighted timeless perspectives on taxation, seconded by Session Chair CA S. Sundar Raman. The ceremony celebrated all delegates and honored the Best Paper Presentation Awardees.
The National Seminar on GST Reform witnessed 51 papers presented across tracks and welcomed 170 delegates from 16 institutions, marking a fitting finale to three days of impactful discourse.