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Dr Atanu Bhadra, National Treasurer, IAP 2024 & 2025

Dear Esteemed Members of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics,

Warm greetings and best wishes for a Happy and Prosperous 2025! I hope this message finds you and your families in the best of health and spirits.

First and foremost, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all IAPians for placing your trust in me as the Treasurer of our esteemed organization. It is a matter of great pride and privilege to be entrusted with this responsibility, marking a significant milestone in my journey as your Treasurer at the national level.

As I step into this role with enthusiasm and dedication, I pledge to uphold the highest standards of financial integrity, transparency, and efficiency. My primary objective is to manage our resources prudently, fostering sustainable financial practices that align with our shared vision and goals.

I am deeply aware of the significance of our collective efforts in advancing pediatric care, education, and research across India. With a steadfast commitment, I assure you that I will work diligently to ensure the judicious management of our finances, thereby empowering our mission and enabling us to extend optimal support to our members.

Collaboration is the cornerstone of progress, and I look forward to engaging closely with each of you, drawing on your insights and expertise to drive the Indian Academy of Pediatrics towards greater achievements. Together, we can overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and elevate IAP to new heights.

It is my privilege to present to you the audited accounts for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, as well as the budget for the year April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. As of March 31, 2024: Corpus Fund: ₹38.50 crores,  Fixed Deposits: ₹52 crores, Expenditure: ₹14.14 crores, Income: ₹15.94 crores, Consolidated Surplus (before earmarked funds): ₹1.80 crores

I am also delighted to share that the long-standing Service Tax matter against IAP, amounting to several crores (including penalties and interest since 2013-14), has been resolved. The Commissioner’s office has passed an order dropping this demand. This achievement is a testament to the outstanding efforts of our Office Bearers, Executive Boards, and the goodwill generated by our IAP members.

I extend my sincere gratitude to:

  •     President 2024: Dr. G.V. Basavaraja
  •     President 2025: Dr. Vasant Khalatkar
  •     Past President 2023: Dr. Upendra Kinjawadekar

Their guidance and support have been instrumental in managing finances across various presidential action plans and activities. I also thank Secretary General Dr. Yogesh N. Parikh and the Finance Committee members for their unwavering support and valuable insights throughout the year

Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success." With resilience and a shared vision, IAP is poised to lead the way in defining the best pediatric practices globally. As CIAP, we are aligned with the aspirations of a New India, ensuring that our actions resonate with excellence and innovation.

IAP remains committed to maintaining trust and strong relationships with all stakeholders by ensuring a transparent and robust financial reporting system. In a world marked by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, these achievements reflect the strength of our organization and set a benchmark for the future.

I am immensely thankful to the Almighty for granting me the opportunity to serve IAP. My heartfelt thanks to all IAP members, the Executive Board, my colleagues, and seniors for their cooperation, guidance, and encouragement.

A special note of appreciation goes to the CIAP staff, particularly Mr. Cyprian D’Souza, for their support and congenial working environment. I also express my gratitude to CA Swapnesh Burad for his timely guidance and assistance.

Let us continue this journey with dedication and unity, striving to make 2025 a year of remarkable achievements for our beloved organization.

Thank you with warm regards,

Warm regards,

Yours in Academy


Dr Atanu Bhadra
Treasurer