Our Team
Mr. D. Kalaialagan
Mr. S. Neelakantan
Mr. B. Ramakrishnan
Mr. V. Vivek Anand
Dr. C. N. Gangadaran
Mr. K. Parthasarathy
Mrs. Nyapathy Srilatha
Mr. E. K. Srivatsan
Mr. Chinnasamy Ganesan
Mr. Pranay J. Shah
Ms. Dinkle Parmar
Mr. Ashok Kumar Doddi
Mr. Sumith Rathi
Mr. Padi Siva Kumar
Ms. Bhavana Gopi
Ms. Sonali Khatod
Mrs. K. Hemalatha
Mr. Narayan Choudhury
Mr. D. Kalaialagan
Mr. D. Kalaialagan B.Com., FCA, DISA (ICAI)
Vellore Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 30+ Years of Professional Experience
- Commenced Professional Practice in 1990
- In-Charge of the Firm’s Vellore Branch
- Specializes in Bank Branch Statutory Audits, Concurrent Audits, C&AG Audits, Co-operative Society Audits, Bank Inspection & Revenue Audits, and Internal Audits
- Expertise in Bank Audits, Government Audits, and Direct and Indirect Laws Appeals Before AAC (CT)
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from the University of Madras
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA) Certificate Course in Concurrent Audit
Contact Him
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NO.15, 5TH WEST CROSS ROAD,
GANDHI NAGAR,
VELLORE – 632 006 - kalai@cngsn.com
- +91-93456 44418
Mr. S. Neelakantan
Mr. S. Neelakantan B.Com., FCA
Senior Partner – CNGSN & Associates LLP
With CNGSN & Associates LLP
Over 25 Years of Experience in the Profession
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Advised the Board of the Largest IT Education Provider in India in the Capacity of Auditor and Corporate Strategist
- Has Handled the GDR Documents/Offering Circulars for Capital Market Issues in Excess of 40M USD, with Merrill Lynch as the Lead Manager
- Recently Handled an Offering of 15M USD for a Leading IT Education Provider Through the GDR Route Listed at Luxembourg
- Has Handled Private Equity Mandates in Excess of 15M USD
- Has Handled Complex Distress Sales and Reorganizations in Excess of 100M USD
- Has Handled Open Offers in Indian Stock Markets in Excess of 12M USD
- Managed One of India’s Largest Cross-Border Acquisitions Valued in Excess of 40M USD
- Handles Two Very Large Family Funds in the Capacity of Advisor and Investment Manager
- Currently Advising the Rollout of Serene Senior Care – India’s Largest Retirement Home Community, in Setting Up Independent and Assisted Retirement Homes for Senior Citizens with State-of-the-Art Amenities and Best-in-Class Services
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from the University of Madras
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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ANAND SEETHAKATHI BUSINESS CENTRE,
II FLOOR, NO.684-690, ANNA SALAI,
CHENNAI – 600 006 - +91-44-2431 1480 / 81 / 82
- neelu@cngsn.com
Mr. B. Ramakrishnan
Mr. B. Ramakrishnan B.Com., FCA, Grad. C.W.A.
Renowned Tax Expert
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 20 Years of Post-Qualification Experience
- Handles Appeals in Direct Taxes up to the Tribunal Stage
- Expertise in Complex Search and Seizure Cases before the Settlement Commission (Income Tax & Wealth Tax)
- Experienced in Arguing Significant Cases before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)
- Acted on High-Value Tax Disputes Widely Reported in Tax Journals and Websites, Including the Top 100 Income Tax Rulings Published by Taxsutra and CCH
- Briefs Senior Advocates in Tax Disputes before the High Court and Supreme Court
- Handles Family Settlements/Arbitration Matters, High Net Worth Individual (HNWI) Taxation, and Consultancy Services to Various Corporates and Multinational Companies
Positions of Importance Held
- Member of the International Fiscal Association (Southern Regional Branch)
- Vice President of the Indo Cine Appreciation Foundation, Chennai
- Life Member of the Photographic Society of Madras
- Life Member of the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- Graduate Member of the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI)
- Tremendous Academic Record with Ranks in Both University Level and Chartered Accountancy Examinations
Contact Him
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SWATHI COURT, FLAT NO.C & D,
NO.43 (OLD NO.22),
VIJAYARAGHAVA ROAD,
T.NAGAR, CHENNAI – 600 017 - +91-44-2431 1483
- ram@cngsn.com
Mr. V. Vivek Anand
Mr. V. Vivek Anand B.Com., FCA
Partner In-Charge of Bank Audits – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Specialised in spotting investment opportunities
- Raising funds from HNI / Family offices
- Due Diligence
- Advisory
Professional Training
- 25+ Years of Experience in the Profession
- Partner at CNGSN & Associates LLP for more than 20+ years
- Experienced in Performing Statutory Audits for Large Corporates & Bank
- Specializes in Consulting Work related to Accounting Standards and GST
- Actively Involved in Managing the Firm’s Statutory / Bank Audits
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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Anand Seethakathi Business Centre II Floor,
No.684-690, Anna Salai Chennai – 600 006 - vivek@cngsn.com
- +91-44-45541480
- +91-44-45541481
- +91-44-45541482
Dr. C. N. Gangadaran
Dr. C. N. Gangadaran B.Com., MBIM (London), FCA, Ph.D
Managing Partner – CNGSN & Associates LLP
With CNGSN & Associates LLP
Over 40 Years of Experience in the Profession
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Signing Partner in respect of the Statutory Audit of 51 Companies, including 15 Companies listed with various Stock Exchanges in India
- Partner In-avCharge of Bank Audits at CNGSN & Associates LLP
- Experienced in Performing Statutory Audits for Noteworthy Companies, Including Syndicate Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Indian Bank, Rane, Hindustan Machine Tools, and Other Large Corporates
- Has Valued Shares, Businesses, and Brands on a Stand-alone Basis and in Connection with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A’s)
- Performed Valuations Acceptable to the High Court in Demergers
- Has Handled Complex Direct and Indirect Tax Issues, Including Representations in Search and Seizure Cases
Positions of Importance Held in the Past
- Indian Overseas Bank – Nominee of the Finance Ministry
- Bank of Madura – RBI Nominee
- Member, Committee on Audit and Assurance Standard Board, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
- Member, Tax Reforms Commission, The Tamil Nadu Government Appointed by the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
- President of the South India Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- District Governor, Rotary District 3230
- Chairman, Taxation Committee, FICCI
- Chairman, Finance Committee, Tamil Nadu Cricket Association
- Member, All India Arbitration Committee
- Member, International Arbitration Committee
- Member, International Chamber of Commerce, headquartered in Paris
- One-Man Commission for Stipulating the Banking Syllabus of the Bharathidasan University
- Founding Trustee of the Triangle Tennis Trust, a Leading Tennis Training School
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- MBIM Degree from the British Institute of Management
- Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Financial Management and Banking)
- Appointed as the Honorary Consul of Mongolia in the State of Tamil Nadu
Contact Him
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AGASTYAR MANOR,
NEW NO.20, OLD NO.13, RAJA STREET,
T.NAGAR, CHENNAI – 600017 - ganga@cngsn.com
Mr. K. Parthasarathy
Mr. K. Parthasarathy B.Com, FCA
Partner – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Vast and Varied Financial, Accounting, and Audit Experience
- Began His Career in 1967 as a Senior Accountant with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Trichirappalli, Handling the Financing of Boiler Erection Cells at Various Sites Across India
- Served as Chief Internal Auditor at Dalmia Cements Private Limited in 1971, Overseeing Cement, Monazite, Iron Ore, and Other Units, and Providing Clearance for the Preparation of Final Accounts to Statutory Auditors
- Joined Hindustan Construction Company Private Limited as Accounts Manager in 1974, Quickly Rising to Divisional Manager, and Later Financial Head of the Company’s Division in Iraq, Where He Gained Extensive Experience in Budget Preparation, Project Profitability, and Fund Arrangements
- Gained Extensive Experience in Bank and Public Sector Undertaking Audits During His Time with Vijay & Mohan, Chartered Accountants in 1986
- Joined CNGSN & Associates LLP as a Partner on 28/12/2011
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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ANAND SEETHAKATHI BUSINESS CENTRE,
II FLOOR, NO.684-690, ANNA SALAI,
CHENNAI – 600 006 - +91-44-2431 1480 / 81 / 82
- partha@cngsn.com
Mrs. Nyapathy Srilatha
Mrs. Nyapathy Srilatha M.Com., PGDFM, FCA
Hyderabad Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Nearly 10 Years of Professional Experience
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2007
- In-Charge of the Firm’s Hyderabad Branch
- Specializes in Individual Taxation, Statutory Compliance and Audit of Trusts, Fixed Asset Audit, Internal Audit, Stock Audit, GST, and Various Compliance Reports
Previous Positions Held
- Manager – Branch Operations at ICICI Bank Limited
- Besant Nagar Branch, Adyar Branch, Chennai
- Punjagutta Branch, Hyderabad
- Held Position from August 2003 to December 2005
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Commerce from Madras University
- Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management from IGNOU
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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HOUSE NO.3-7-122,
STREET NO.8,NALANDA NAGAR,
ATTAPUR, HYDERABAD – 500 048 - srilatha@cngsn.com
Mr. E. K. Srivatsan
Mr. E. K. Srivatsan B.Com., FCA
Specialist in Direct Taxation & Company Audits – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Specializes in Direct Taxation and Company Audits
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2010
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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Anand Seethakathi Business Centre II Floor,
No.684-690, Anna Salai Chennai – 600 006 - vivek@cngsn.com
- +91-44-45541480
- +91-44-45541481
- +91-44-45541482
Mr. Chinnasamy Ganesan
Mr. Chinnasamy Ganesan *B.Com., FCA, DISA (ICAI)*
Partner – CNGSN & Associates LLP
With CNGSN & Associates LLP
Over 28 Years of Experience in the Profession
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Served Lovelock and Lewes for 6 Years and BSR & Co. LLP for 6 Years as a Partner in Audit Practice
- Provides Comprehensive Audit, Assurance, Taxation & Advisory Services
- Handles Audit, Tax, and Company Law Matters at CNGSN
- An Expert in Private Equity, Reorganization, and Capital Markets
- Developed One of the Largest Management Consulting Practices in South India
Specialization Areas
- IFRS
- Indian GAAP
- Corporate Governance
- Listing Agreement
- Reporting Requirements under the Companies Act
- Auditing and Assurance Standards
Positions of Importance Held
Mr. Chinnasamy Ganesan Is/Was a Co-opted Member of:
- The Ind AS (IFRS) Implementation Committee of ICAI (involved in the implementation of IFRS in India)
- The Accounting Standard Board of ICAI
- The Auditing and Assurance Standard Board of ICAI
- CII Tamil Nadu Economic Affairs and Taxation Committee
- Corporate and Allied Laws Committee of Hindustan Chamber of Commerce
Active Resource Person for:
- Accounting Standards Board, Ind AS Implementation Committee, Continuous Professional Education Directorate, Committee for Members in Industry, Quality Review Board, Peer Review Board, etc., of ICAI
- SIRC, WIRC, NIRC, EIRC, CIRC of ICAI
- FICCI, CII, Hindustan Chamber of Commerce
- IIM-B, LIBA, IFMR, and Several Other Business Schools, Colleges, Universities
- Comptroller and Auditor General of India, Staff Training College of Various Banks (including Reserve Bank of India)
Contact Him
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AGASTYAR MANOR,
NEW NO.20, OLD NO.13, RAJA STREET,
T.NAGAR, CHENNAI – 600017 - cg@cngsn.com
Mr. Pranay J. Shah
Mr. Pranay J. Shah B.Com., FCA
Specialist in Direct Taxes – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2015
- Specializes in Handling Appeals in Direct Taxes Up to the Tribunal Stage
- Experienced in Managing Complex Survey, Search, and Seizure Cases
- Made Representations Before the Honorable Settlement Commission (Income Tax & Wealth Tax)
- Conducted Sessions on Search and Seizures, Survey, and Settlement Commission at ICAI and Meetings Held by ITAT Revenue Bar Association
Positions of Importance Held
- Executive Committee Member – International Fiscal Association – Southern Regional Chapter, India
- Member – Chennai Chapter of the Income Tax Settlement Commission Bar Association
- Member – Chennai ITAT Bar Association
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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SWATHI COURT, FLAT NO.C & D,
NO.43 (OLD NO.22),
VIJAYARAGHAVA ROAD,
T.NAGAR, CHENNAI – 600 017 - +91-44-2431 1483
- pranay@cngsn.com
Ms. Dinkle Parmar
Ms. Dinkle Parmar B.Com., FCA
Specialist in Direct Taxes – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2014
- Specializes in Handling Appeals in Direct Taxes Up to the Tribunal Stage
- Experienced in Managing Complex Survey, Search, and Seizure Cases
- Made Representations Before the Honorable Settlement Commission (Income Tax & Wealth Tax)
- Conducted Sessions on Search and Seizures, Survey, and Settlement Commission at ICAI
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce from Bengaluru University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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Swathi Court,
Flat No. C&D, No. 43 (Old No.22)
Vijayaraghava Road, T.Nagar,
Chennai – 600 017 - dinkle@cngsn.com
- +91-44-4554 1483
Mr. Ashok Kumar Doddi
Mr. Ashok Kumar Doddi B.Com., FCA
Bangalore Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 16 Years of Experience in Consulting Across Various Industries
- Senior Advisory Partner for Multinational Companies Located in India, the US, Singapore, and Sri Lanka
- Specializes in Internal Audits for Multinational Companies in Hospitality, Software, Construction, and Logistics
- Audit Clients Include Companies Listed on NASDAQ and Bombay Stock Exchange, as well as IT, Mining, and Construction Companies
- Experienced in Representing PSU, Banks, and Other Clients Before Various Authorities Including Income Tax Department, ITAT, CESTAT, Sales Tax Appellate Tribunals, STPI, Ministry of Home Affairs, RBI, Service Tax, and Commercial Tax Department
Expert Domains
- Assurance
- Transaction Advisory
- Consulting
- Project Finance
Qualifications
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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NO.74, 1ST FLOOR, 11TH MAIN,
3RD BLOCK, THYAGARAJANAGAR,
BANGALORE – 560028 - ashok@cngsn.com
Mr. Sumith Rathi
Mr. Sumith Rathi B.Com., FCA
Bangalore Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 10 Years of Experience in Audit, Direct Tax, Indirect Tax, Consultancy, and Advisory Services
- Specializes in GST Advisory, Service Tax, VAT, Direct Taxes, and Consultancy
- Experienced in Due Diligence Work and Representing Clients in Litigation Matters
- Authored Handbooks on Chartered Accountancy, Including Topics on Indirect Taxes and Information Systems Control and Audit
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Bangalore
- Fellow Member of the Institute avof Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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NO.74, 1ST FLOOR, 11TH MAIN,
3RD BLOCK, THYAGARAJANAGAR,
BANGALORE – 560028 - sumith@cngsn.com
Mr. Padi Siva Kumar
Mr. Padi Siva Kumar B.Com., FCA, DISA (ICAI)
Bangalore Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 10 Years of Experience in Various Domains
- Specializes in Process Review, Monitoring of Internal Financial Controls, Information System Audits, Forensic Audits Including Fraud Investigations, Independent Audits Under Various Acts, Internal Audits, Direct Taxes, Indirect Taxes Laws, Corporate Laws, and Other Regulatory Requirements
- Tech-Savvy with Expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Business Excellence
Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce
- Fellow Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA) from ICAI
- Certificate in Fraud Accounting and Forensic Audit from ICAI
- Completed Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning for Business Excellence Program from Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK)
Contact Him
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NO.74, 1ST FLOOR, 11TH MAIN,
3RD BLOCK, THYAGARAJANAGAR,
BANGALORE – 560028 - padisiva@cngsn.com
Ms. Bhavana Gopi
Ms. Bhavana Gopi B.Com., ACA, CS
Bangalore Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Over 10 Years of Experience in Financial Consulting
- Specializes in Internal Audit, IFC Assessment, and IPO Consultations
- Expertise in Financial Reporting Standards Including IFRS, Ind AS, and US GAAP
- Known for Addressing Financial Intricacies with In-Depth Knowledge Derived from Various Financial Reports
Previous Positions Held
- Visiting Faculty in Banking and Finance at Christ University
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce from Christ University, Bangalore
- Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- Degree of Company Secretary from The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
Contact Her
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NO.74, 1ST FLOOR, 11TH MAIN,
3RD BLOCK, THYAGARAJANAGAR,
BANGALORE – 560028 - bhavana@cngsn.com
Ms. Sonali Khatod
Ms. Sonali Khatod B.Com., ACA, DISA (ICAI)
Specialist in Tax and Regulatory Matters – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2020
- Extensive Work Experience in Tax and Regulatory Matters
- Focus Areas Include Directorate of Enforcement Related Matters, FEMA, Search and Seizure Cases, Tax Representation Before Various Forums, High Net Worth Individual (HNI) Consulting, and Corporate Valuation
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce from Stella Maris College
- Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- Post-Qualification Degree in Information Systems Audit (DISA)
Contact Her
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AGASTYAR MANOR,
NEW NO.20, OLD NO.13, RAJA STREET,
T.NAGAR, CHENNAI – 600017 - sonali@cngsn.com
Mrs. K. Hemalatha
Mrs. K. Hemalatha B.Com., FCA
Visakhapatnam Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Commenced Professional Practice in 2014
- Specializes in Income-Tax Litigation, Including International Taxation
- Experienced in Handling Income-Tax Proceedings and Appeals Before Income-Tax Authorities and Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal in Chennai, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam
- Handles Income-Tax Transfer Pricing Compliance and Assessments
- Managed Search and Seizure Cases and Made Representations Before the Honourable Income-Tax Settlement Commission
- Conducts Seminars on Income-Tax Matters at Andhra Chambers of Commerce and ICAI
Memberships
- Member of Vizag Bar Association
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce from Madras University
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Her
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NO.G-5, SARADA TOWERS,
DOOR NO.10-5-11/30, FACOR LAYOUT,
VISAKHAPATNAM – 530 002 - hema@cngsn.com
Mr. Narayan Choudhury
Mr. Narayan Choudhury B.Com., LLB, FCA
*Bhubaneswar Branch In-Charge – CNGSN & Associates LLP
Professional Experience
Fields of Expertise
- Around 16 Years of Post-Qualification Experience
- Specializes in Economic, Taxation, and Government Policy Matters
- Extensive Background in Finance and Accounting, Including 10 Years at Infosys as Assistant Manager
- Experience in SoX Audits for Philips Electronics, Involved in Travel to Multiple Countries Including USA, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, UK, Netherlands, Poland, China, Japan, and Thailand
- Regular Panelist on Economic and Taxation Debates on Regional News Channels Like DD National, News7, and Argus
Teaching and Training
- Visiting Faculty at ICAI Bhubaneswar Branch, ICSI Bhubaneswar Branch, Madhusudan Das Regional Academy of Financial Management, and National Academy for Customs, Indirect Taxes & Narcotics (NACIN)
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Contact Him
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PLOT NO.2832, KHANDAGIRIBARI,
BHUBANESWAR,
ODISHA – 751030 - narayan.choudhury@cngsn.com