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05/08/2026

326th Samhita.....Opening New Doors!!

Dear Friends

“Disability does not defeat the indomitable human spirt of Hope, Happiness & Humaneness”. 3 individuals. 3 stories that will inspire and make your day !

Let me begin with the uncelebrated one first :

 Achievement to Aims : Imagine this. You are at the peak of your life. Your corporate career is zooming. You have a loving family. You have a baritone voice like Amitabh Bacchan. A disarming smile. Handsome personality. Your dance moves can put any Bollywood hero to shame. You can sing a song for every occasion. You love organizing mega events and holding audiences together. You are a shameless sales guy who can make relentless calls to that elusive, marque customer to get that one top order. You are at ease with people – whether talking assertively to a cricketing legend or communicating through technology to thousands of team members across the globe.

Suddenly you meet with an unfortunate accident. Life turns topsy-turvy. Everything that seemed easy earlier is a chore now. Your speech is slurred. Your limbs are stiff. Your gait is slow and imbalanced. You have prolonged medical treatment that throws your life out of gear. Your corporate life is a thing of the past, a mere memory.

What do you do now ? Do you sulk and give up or stand up and rebuild your life ?

This is what the protagonist of this story, my good friend Sudhir Shetty did when faced with this life-threatening situation. He did not lose hope. He learnt to walk again - with a purpose - albeit slowly. He smiled and people smiled back at him. He never missed complimenting the ladies, how beautiful and elegant they looked. He stopped by to smell the flowers. He joined our IIMB Orators Club, worked on his slurred speech, took the feedback, reworked, actively participated in all the activities, regaled us with his film songs and became an integral part of the Orators family. Despite his physical constraints he moves forward, one step at a time, every single day to reclaim and enjoy life. He is our self-appointed club ‘birthday wisher’, never missing a single occasion to be the first to spread joy and hope.

What if some events in life have set him back in certain aspects ? He has not turned his back on life. He keeps himself busy investing in stocks, religiously attending our club meetings, paying his taxes on time (reminded us all of the 31st July tax deadline) and being the ‘official’ chutney and tea maker at home ! He is grateful to the Almighty and his dear life partner for all that he is today.

A harbinger of hope, tenacity and positivity – Sudhir’s inspiring message : “I cannot go back to my past but I can go on to new aims in life”. He does not forget to

Now for the celebrated stories :

 From Wheelchair To World stage : Redefining the journey with a smile I had the privilege of watching and listening to the celebrated Wheel-chair Warrior of India, TEDx Speaker, numerous awards winner, certified happiness-coach, the ever smiling Dr. Sai Kaustuv Dashgupta (https://in.linkedin.com/in/saikaustuv) (https://www.instagram.com/saikaustuv9/?hl=en) hosted by our IIMB Orators Club during July. Glimpse of his powerful, moving talk on Creating Happiness (what I gathered, not verbatim) :

1. Turn life's challenges into leadership skills
2. Happiness is not a destination. It's a decision.
3. Disability is not always inspiring. Accept your fragility and be
original.
4. Accept your vulnerability. Your authentic self. You will be happy.
5. When one door closed, I opened a new one.
6. Real disability is about fear mindset. My list is a CAN DO list..not CANT DO.
7. NO means New Opportunity
8. When I stopped asking why me ? The Turning Point came….I am an asset. Not bechara.
9. Leadership begins with inclusion and belongingness. It is a journey to address unmet needs. Ask who is missing at the table. Inclusion is your attribute, your behaviour.
10. Don’t chase happiness. Create it.
11. Happiness comes from what I can give to others. Not ask what I can get.
12. Secret formula for HAPPINESS : CHOICE + COURGAE+COMPASSION+CONTRIBUTION

 Magic of abilities : Resonating with the above is the (https://www.mitticafe.org/) Mitti Café story about Humaneness, crafted by a young social entrepreneur Ms. Alina Alam. Talking at the Leadership Conclave, 2026 she appealed :

• Disability is in our eyes. It is what we see. Change the perspective.
• People with intellectual disability like Autism work with the heart. Listen to them. Your paradigm to serve changes (as it did for Mitti Café).
• Disabled people are in lockdown for life. See purpose of life differently.
• Compassion and Courage are the magic of life in each one of us.

As Hubert H. Humphrey said "What matters is not what we have lost, but what we do with what remains."

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02/06/2026

Dear Friends

324th Samhita....Learning that comes alive !

We are living in an era of information overload, fleeting attention span and FOMO. This is true across generations and geographies. Catching audience attention as a public speaker is a huge challenge and the only way to overcome it is to get creative and find ways of engaging with the audience. Let me share my (my team’s) experiments over the last few months.

*CLDP: When I was asked to deliver a session on corporate governance and board dynamics for young graduating Company Secretaries as part of their ultimate training module (Corporate Leadership Development Programme), I decided no more boring presentations that would put them all to sleep. They would have received enough and more theory about the topic, filled up answer sheets, presented project reports and followed media stories. What they need is experiential learning. To make this possible, my colleague and I came up with 4-5 fictitious cases that required board deliberations and role play as Chairperson, Independent Directors, promoters, proxy advisors, CFO, CS, Legal Head, Internal Auditor, Environmental expert etc. This made sure every member of the class got a chance to prepare, speak and perform a role. Suddenly, the whole class came alive as they watched each other sink into the elevated roles and sat in the board room discussing serious business issues. Icing on the cake was when they keenly observed and shared their feedback for each other. This made sure everyone listened carefully, there was no crosstalk or dozing off and focussed communication. After every mock board meeting, I evaluated and gave my critical feedback on both the law as well as the communication style for each role that included the verbal and non-verbal aspects, presentation style, team dynamics, decision making methodologies, what type of a board the role play indicated – professional, promoter driven, disruptive, collaborative etc. It was fun based learning that gave me also an assurance that the future of corporate governance is safe in the young, smart hands.

*SSE: In another instance, I was asked to speak to a group of NGOs about registration on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) which is a relatively new concept. While the regulators spoke about their expectations and the law around SSE, I chose to speak from the NGOs perspective – the challenges they could face, the readiness in governance, data and organisation structure expected, practical insights, professional help that adds value etc. Instead of relying merely on a presentation, I called one of my clients who is the founder of a Foundation and a good communicator on to the stage to share his experience in going through the entire registration process. It became a fireside chat model where we discussed the law, procedure, practical difficulties, nuances and how to level up to gain public credibility as a compliant NGO. Must say experiment worked pretty well with participants staying engaged even after the session. Regulators also became aware of the challenges on the other side.

MFK: Recently our firm was approached by Mentors for Kids Foundation (https://upskill.mentorsforkids.in/courses) to host a few MBA students under their “Setu : Upskilling students from rural Karnataka” initiative. The ask was to familiarise them with corporate legal and compliances and how practice firms function. The moment I presented the proposition to my team, they lapped it up with full enthusiasm, broke up into teams and took responsibility for 5 different topics spanning company incorporation, fund raise, intellectual property rights, CSR and contract analysis. My mandate was – it should be creative and engaging. Must say the team excelled expectations. The visiting students-team from Udupi were fully engaged all through – by way of riddles, quizzes, contract clause Q & As, visualisation of dream companies, gamified flash cards, ‘Pick One’ trivia rounds, pictorial illustrations etc. It was a truly fun-based immersive learning experience that both the students as well as my team enjoyed.

*Corporate Laws Amendment Bill, 2026 : In legal circles, this is the talk of the town since it is an extensively transformative change proposed in the functioning of LLPs and Companies. There are seminars, workshops, conferences, round tables, representation aplenty. Here again the challenge for our team was how to make learning interesting, creative and enjoyable. Again, every single one of them put their best foot (should I say tongue😊?) forward and came up with unique models. Some of them turned into demanding clients seeking advice, while others became busy consultants offering explanations. Yet others turned into news anchors interviewing a few more as subject matter experts. This model had hilarious product ads enacted as well during break time! One team had an exasperated CS trainee travel through a time machine comparing the changes over a block of years and lamenting on the MCA performance glitches. Over 5-6 sessions, the entire Amendment Bill was explained through role plays and well scripted performances. Again the bottom line was Fun based Learning !

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07/05/2026

323rd Samhita Newsletter...From Numbness to Inspiration 💛

“Yesterday made us realize that the life we often take for granted is actually someone else’s dream. We tend to complain about the smallest inconveniences, get envious, or lose our temper over things that hardly matter. But witnessing the strength, resilience, and hope of those children and their families was nothing short of inspiring.”

These were the heartfelt reflections shared by my young team members after volunteering at Balamitrotsava, sponsored by our Firm and organised by Mitra Cancer Care Foundation (https://lnkd.in/gc8BnWiB) – an NGO devoted to supporting cancer-affected children and their caregivers. Founded by a cancer warrior himself and also our valued client, Mitra works closely with children battling cancer, their families, and oncology hospitals. Supported by compassionate doctors and committed volunteers, this thoughtfully designed fun carnival breathes joy and vitality into young lives weighed down by a life-threatening illness.

Amid months—sometimes years—of painful treatment, endless diagnostic tests, intravenous lines, and hospital corridors, these children are offered a rare and precious escape. Through simple yet deeply engaging activities—games, drawing and painting, music and dance—Mitra creates moments of normalcy and happiness. While parents grapple with the enormity of the diagnosis and the crushing financial implications of prolonged treatment, the children themselves live blissfully in the moment, finding delight in creativity and play, guided by the warmth of the Mitra team.

Across different hospitals, my team and I witnessed the extraordinary triumph of the human spirit over destiny. We met children as young as eighteen months—some currently undergoing treatment, others newly recovered. Bloated faces from medication, bald heads, fatigued eyes, and forced smiles—yet all radiating innocence, courage, and hope. Families had travelled from distant places, struggling emotionally and financially to sustain long treatment regimens as savings steadily dwindled. Through it all, Mitra’s volunteers stood beside them—befriending, comforting, and enabling families and children alike to find their precious “me-moments”.

For my team, it was an emotional journey. The initial encounter left them numb and teary-eyed as the children were ushered in. But gradually, as they helped the children play, laugh, and unwind, their emotions transformed into inspiration and quiet joy. In many ways, they rediscovered their own childhood through these children. I believe this profound experience will stay with them for years to come—filling them with gratitude and, at some point in their lives, spurring them into meaningful acts of giving back to society in their own way.

The act of Giving is a powerful one. Often, the giver benefits as much as—if not more than—the receiver.

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03/04/2026

322nd Samhita.....Unreduced, Unstoppable!!!

Dear Friends

“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” — Maya Angelou

What better inspiring thought to begin the International Women’s Day issue of Samhita than this, by the legendary Maya Angelou. As I reflect on the month gone by – March 2026 – I feel so fortunate to have interacted (observed) with some amazing women who define this very statement.

Nelamma from Mysore, a 70+ year old woman grave digger
since 2005-ensuring every single day the graves she digs give a dignified, safe and graceful haven to the human body. I was felicitated along with her as a woman achiever by a Foundation recently where the awardees spoke. She chose to smile and just say a few words on stage though her YouTube conversations are very eloquent. She buries 3-4 bodies a day at very nominal charges and lives with her family in the graveyard with snakes, peacocks, monkeys, trees and tombstones for company. There is an earthy wisdom that comes from her life experiences. Pride that comes from the joy of her occupation. To me she personifies “The most effective way to do it, is to do it.” — Amelia Earhart.

During a 1 to 1 women startup mentoring program, I saw a young mother from a Tier 2 city on screen, profusely apologizing for joining a bit late to the session. With an infant resting on her hand, sleeping blissfully, she deftly opened the laptop with the other and made a beautiful presentation about her startup business. I was already impressed by her commitment to pursue her startup and attend the mentoring session with no personal excuses. As the slides moved on, it unraveled this young mother’s grit, hope, risk-taking ability, and never-say-die attitude – she had built a special purpose chair for her first born who was diagnosed with a rare kind of neurological condition that limited his movements. She had turned it into a furniture business for the special-needs children and was seeking some legal advice from me. I was dumbfounded by her zeal and enthusiasm that defied her present condition. She stood for “Turn every adversity into an opportunity.”

Picture this: A young lady driving an electric autorickshaw with an infant in one hand. As I was stepping out to attend a Women’s Day event, I saw this EV whizz past me that left me wondering if it was a real or an AI moment! While one may argue that this is not safe for her, her baby and the passengers, it left me thinking – what choice does this mother have if she must earn her living and take care of her baby? Does her financial and family condition allow her to hire a house-help or drop the baby at a day-care centre or Anganwadi? What drove her to do this? I truly wished this was a long, red-signal Bengaluru traffic moment where I could have asked her all these questions

At the Vonisha (https://www.vonishafoundation.org/) Women Empowerment Programme Graduation Ceremony, I was greeted by a large number of happy women of all ages, proudly displaying their tailoring and embroidery products. They beamed with pride and self-esteem as they shared their joy about skilling, financial independence, teaching, leading their own units and above all building a network of empowered women. They enjoyed their freedom, made new sakhis (friends) and shared their problems, finding a new identify beyond their kitchens! Who knows any of them could turn an Estée Lauder who said “I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.”

I am sure each of you can think of the amazing women from your everyday lives that make each day a Women’s Day! The 322nd issue of Samhita is also put together by a bunch of spirited women (men included) with updates from MCA, IBBI, RBI, DGFT, GST, IT, SEBI etc. This issue also carries Annual Compliance Calendar for FY26-27.

For any previous issues of Samhita and the readers’ feedback, please visit http://www.sharadasc.com/resource-center/.

03/04/2026

Discovering the Inner Shakti through the Art of silence | 30 March 2026!!

As part of the International Women’s Day celebration, we had the wonderful opportunity to host an engaging and introspective event - “Discovering the Inner Shakti through the Art of silence”, facilitated by Ms. Shilpa Dani, an Art Therapist.

The session was filled with great insights and learnings of the two core principles, namely, Prakriti and Purusha. While Prakriti represents the dynamic, ever-changing material aspects of our existence - our mind and body, Purusha can be understood as the conscious, unchanging principle. Purusha signifies pure consciousness, the unchanging witness within ourselves.

To help us understand and experience the interplay of Prakriti and Purusha, Ms. Shilpa had planned an activity which was an amazing nerve calming experience for each one of us.

All the team members were asked to sit with their eyes closed and observe their breathing pattern - feel the air passing through the nostril, experience the expansion of lungs and the gentle movement of the body.

She then asked a thought-provoking question, When your eyes are closed, how are you aware of what you are doing? While some of us initially thought it was our mind, she beautifully explained that it was not our mind, rather our consciousness (Purusha) which was witnessing everything, while the mind and body (Prakriti) were in motion.

Following this activity, all the team members were divided into groups of 4 and were provided a few materials - round cardboard, watercolors, paint brushes, metal wires and clay. Each group was encouraged to demonstrate the principle of Prakruti and Purusha using their creativity while incorporating the use of all natural elements such as leaves, flowers etc.

Post the activity, each team reflected on their experience, as captured below:

Team Shantidhaama: "An art therapy session at work was a refreshing escape from daily pressures, allowing us to reconnect with creativity and each other.

Collaborating as a team to bring “Shantidhaama” to life felt truly rejuvenating, rekindling the joy of art we hadn’t experienced in a long time. It was like stepping back into childhood, walking down memory lane, and rediscovering the simple happiness that creativity brings."

Team Samagama: The session was highly informative and engaging, offering valuable insights while taking us back to the joy of school art classes. The activity highlighted how each team member had a unique perspective, from ideas of safety to creative representations of simple elements. It was enriching to understand and appreciate these diverse thought processes. As a team, we welcomed each other’s ideas and discovered the creativity in our differences. Overall, the activity exceeded our expectations, with each member contributing meaningfully.

Team House is where the Nest is: This was an absolutely beautiful session, one filled with Joy and Peace. The art session involving the usage of clay and colors had made us realise that happiness can be found in simple moments of creativity. The brainstorming process to demonstrate the concept in the best possible way was an experience in itself. Everyone came forward with diverse ideas, which not only enriched the outcome but also fostered strong team bonding. Overall, it was a refreshing and memorable experience.

Team Jyothirgamaya: The art therapy session was truly unique. Through a simple clay activity, it beautifully conveyed the concept of Shiva-Shakti in a symbolic and experimental manner.

By the end of the day, it served as a gentle reminder of our true nature.

Team S C Sharada & Associates& Deepcover Law are grateful to Ms. Shilpa Dani for helping them experience both Mobility and Stability, Movement and Stillness !

24/02/2026

Dear Friends

✨Team Outing Highlights | 14 & 15 February 2026| Discovery Village, Kanakapura ✨

“The moment our Founder asked me to organise a two-day team outing, I shortlisted a few options and finalized Discovery Village as the destination. Reflecting on our previous trip, I noticed the team had felt a bit scattered. This time, I planned a detailed two-day itinerary with a clear focus on engagement, interaction and bonding which worked. Thoughtful planning can transform simple outings into meaningful connections. Thanks to support from Krithika Murali and Prajwal K, ex*****on was flawless.”……says Sr. Executive-HR Poornima Jayarao.

Discovery Village, Kanakapura, surrounded by lush greenery and scenic landscapes offered a refreshing break from the city routine. It helped the team unwind and rediscover !

Day 1 was packed with high energy team building and adventure activities such as zip lining, sky cycling, kayaking, an engaging drum activity and team-based indoor games. A special thanks to Mr. Durga Prasad, our instructor from the resort, for conducting the team-building activities filled with fun, mind-stimulating and strength-based challenges, ensuring seamless coordination and sustained high energy throughout the day.

The evening bonfire brought laughter, fun games, dance moves and meaningful bonding moments. Congratulations to Aman, Chaitanya, Trupti and Prajwal for receiving well-deserved SPOT awards. A heartfelt farewell was also given to our trainee Shubhangi V, wishing her continued success ahead.

Day 2 began with a peaceful morning walk, seeing the brilliant rising-sun, bird-watching, trekking a challenging hillock, followed by activities such as water zorbing, wall climbing, low rope challenges, fish spa, pottery and more recreational experiences, giving everyone a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Overall, it was a perfect blend of teamwork, adventure, relaxation and fun in a beautiful natural setting. It truly was a memorable experience and the credit goes to the entire team for bringing unmatched energy and enthusiasm.

04/02/2026

Dear Friends

320th Samhita-January 2026…..Reflections of our founder Sharada S C!!

A Year of Speaking. A Year of Connecting. A Year of Learning.

🌏 As we step into the next 25 years of this century, I found myself reflecting on the year gone by — through the lens of diverse audiences I had the privilege to engage with.

Spoke across diverse forums — keynotes, motivational talks, panels, webinars, podcasts, radio, academic workshops and cultural events.

Tailored each message to the audience: professionals, families, youth, women leaders, artists and students.

Used personal stories — motherhood, career struggles, cancer victory — to build trust and authenticity.

Connected in multiple languages, including learning Kannada terms to make the radio interview relatable.

Co‑presented with younger colleagues to build their confidence and bring fresh energy to sessions.

Honoured to address all three institutes — ICAI, ICMA, ICSI — and rethink titles and formats that engage.

🎯 My Learnings on Audience-Focused Public Speaking:
✔️ Know your audience deeply
✔️ Ask organisers the right questions — purpose, context & expectations
✔️ Prepare well, but remain flexible and authentic
✔️ Speak with the audience, not to them 🤝
✔️ Build conversations around their lives and experiences
✔️ Remember PIIE — Persuade, Inspire, Inform, Entertain 🌟
✔️ Leave them wanting more. Less is more — always

As we reflect on the year gone by, I am reminded that meaningful engagement is less about the stage and more about the connection we build with people 💬

On a related note, I am sure our Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and her team must have undertaken a similar reflective exercise while shaping the reform-oriented Budget 2026 aligned with the vision of 🇮🇳 Viksit Bharat 2047.

📌 Do catch the full text of the editorial, highlights and key regulatory updates from , , , and in the 320th Samhita.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/gukGgJ6g
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Contributors: Rajeswari J Pai, Ratnamala Hegde, Aman Shah, Surbhi Goyal, Barka Vadher, CA Naveen Bhat & Poornima Jayarao

30/12/2025

Dear Friends

🚀✨ 319th Samhita – December 2025!!

We close the year on a high note! 💫

S C Sharada & Associates, Company Secretaries is honored to receive the 🏆 5th The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) Best PCS Firm Award 2025 at the 25th National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance held on 19th December, 2025. A heartfelt thank you 🙏 to our clients, team, mentors, and families for making this journey possible. 🌟

A Journey Built on Gratitude
This achievement belongs to

• every client who trusted us
• every team member who gave their best
• every family that supported us
• every affiliate and vendor who partnered with us
• and every mentor and peer who guided us

A special thanks to for shaping the profession and setting benchmarks that inspire us to aim higher.

The Pillars of Our Success

• Committed team that cares and is cared for
• Robust systems, processes, and policies
• Well-defined SOPs and best practices
• Continuous contribution to the community
• A culture of collective ownership and teamwork

What’s Next?

Awards are not the finish line—they are a reminder to keep raising the bar. We stay committed to

• Continue the journey of excellence
• Serve with care and integrity
• Share best practices openly
• Standup to say NO, if required
• Keep the governance flag flying high

Beyond awards and recognitions that are material aspirations, let us be inspired by Kuvempu’s (Dr. K V Puttappa-the renowned Jnanpith awardee and Kannada poet) famous song “O nanna chetana, aagu nee aniketana”. Opening and closing verses….

“O my consciousness
Become limitless and vast,
Merge with infinity.

May your strength serve all living beings,
May your wisdom bring harmony,
May your spirit belong to everyone.
O my consciousness,
Be universal,
Be eternal.”

Let’s begin the New Year 2026 with an expansive state of mind, embracing the universe in all forms, guided by the spirit of righteousness in all that we do. As I sign off an eventful 2025, I urge you to peruse the important regulatory updates for December, 2025 captured by my team in this 319th issue of Samhita.

For any previous issues of Samhita and the readers’ feedback, please visit http://www.sharadasc.com/resource-center/.

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CS Rajeswari J Pai, CS Ratnamala Hegde, Aman Shah, Krithika Murali, Barkha Vadher, CA Naveen Bhat & Poornima Jayarao

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