<span style="color: #222222;">In Jammu and kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the 12th Residential Meet of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) members in public service at Srinagar yesterday. He appreciated the invaluable contribution of members of ICAI for their contribution to nation's growth.<br />''</span><br />''Mr Manoj Sinha said, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has indeed come a long way since its inception in 1949 and has made immense contributions in policies, governance and business.<br />''<br />''He observed that Accountancy is not just a matter of balance sheet but it is also about laying a strong foundation for socio-economic development of the country.<br />'' <br />''The Lieutenant Governor said as a strong partner in nation-building, ICAI has continuously supported various government institutions, regulatory bodies in the implementation of important policies related to inclusive development so that India can move faster and economy becomes stronger.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Mr Sinha said India has emerged as the 5th largest economic power in the world and new thinking has arisen in private and public sectors. He said this has given new vigour and confidence to people to take the socio-economic sectors on a new path of progress. He said due to sound economic policies, world's biggest organizations and companies have expressed confidence in India's potential and was happy that ICAI is actively participating in this journey and setting best global standards. </span><br />