Qualifications
CFE, CIA, LL.B., FCMA (chartered), IA&AS, B.Com (Hons)

Chapter Responsibility
As the Chapter Lead, provides overall leadership and strategic direction to the Chapter. Represents ACFE India in external affairs, engagements, and oversees strategic planning and operations, while ensuring alignment with ACFE Global mission and standards. Exercise general supervision and management of the affairs of the Chapter; consults with and informs other officers and directors, members, and the association of significant events.
Email: President@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
Mr. Mukesh Arya, is a strategic professional with 45 years of experience of governance, risk management, auditing, evaluation, investigation, ethics management, anticorruption, accountability, internal controls and capacity building. He has in-depth professional experience in oversight bodies of the national governments, United Nations and private sector. He piloted several capacity development projects in Africa, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Mr. Arya steered 10 to 1600 staff offices with responsibilities that involved administrative tact, diplomacy and cultural sensitivity across the globe. He has lectured regularly across the globe and extensively published. His select publications can be accessed at the www.linkedin.com//in/mukesharya55/  He served as an independent member of the WHO and WIPO governance committees at Geneva and Chair of the Audit Committee of HUDCO, an Indian SOE, Director and treasurer of the India chapter of ACFE.  Currently, he is on the Board of African Capacity Building Foundation, Harare (ACBF). Continuing as founder Managing Director and CEO of Red Flag OCS Ltd since Jan 2010, his passion remains ethics, investigation and mentoring new talents.

Qualifications
CFE, FCA, IIM A, B.Com (Hons)

Chapter Responsibility
Supports the President in executing chapter initiatives and shall assume the duties of the President in his absence. Leads key programs and special initiatives such as conferences, workshops, or partnerships, and shall be responsible for other duties that President or the Board of Directors shall delegate from time to time.
Email: VP@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
A seasoned Forensic Partner at Big 4 with deep experience in Forensic Accounting and Anti Bribery Reviews. Mr. Makhija has over 30 years of professional experience in the areas of anti-bribery and compliance reviews, FCPA & UKBA compliance and investigations, Anti-money laundering reviews, fraud detection and investigation, accounting investigations, dispute assistance and risk assessments for a wide spectrum of organizations He also possesses significant experience in performing financial, management and internal audits of Corporate, Financial Institutions and Aid Agencies and has various articles published online and in journals. Mr. Makhija is a regular speaker at conferences and events in India and Internationally.

Qualifications
CFE, Phd in Ethics Management, Phd in Law, Chartered Secretary (ACIS-UK), Certified Internal Quality Auditor, Master of Laws (LLM-UOL UK), MBA Economic Administration and Financial Management, Bachelor of Commerce

Chapter Responsibility
Responsible for all chapter finances, including budgeting, membership dues collection, approval and disbursement of amounts, and reports to the Board on financial health, bank accounts, and upkeep of all other official records. This role requires the office bearer to ensure compliance with ACFE global documentation and reporting requirements. He also acts as the Chapter’s Official correspondent.
Email: contact@acfe-india.org
Secretary@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
Mr. Saxena, a retired Indian Foreign Service diplomat, is a seasoned Fraud Examiner, Management Consultant, and Forensic Accountant, with over 24 years of experience. His diverse career spans roles in international diplomacy, commercial advisory, investigation audits, forensic accounts, corporate governance, trade and commerce, and training human resources. As a Diplomat, he acquired the knowledge and industry/sectoral experience, notably, in the Commercial Department of a Heavy Industry Company, Forensic and Investigation Audits with Audit firms and Departments. His work as Parliamentary official and International Relations Expert makes him a highly respected figure in both the corporate and government sectors. As a CFE Trainer and lecturer, Mr. Saxena is known as a strong communicator and thought provoker who encourages creative thinking among the audience, an excellent motivator, guide philosopher and mentor to his audience. He has contributed significantly to training and mentoring professionals across various institutions, including international fraud committees, higher education bodies, and numerous workshops and pays attention to overall growth of institutions he trains at. Mr. Saxena has over 30 publications in peer reviewed journal articles on the topic of corporate governance, fraud, financial management, sustainable growth, and the likes. He also serves as the chairperson for a number of committees, nationally and internationally.

Qualifications
CFE, B.Com (Hons)

Chapter Responsibility
Organizes chapter events, Designs and delivers training programs, including CFE exam preparation classes and skill-building workshops (online and offline). Builds partnerships/collaboration initiatives with institutions, and addresses exam-related queries from members and aspirants. Responds to queries on training, events and partnerships through official email.
Email: Training@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
Gayatri Rattan is a distinguished finance and forensic audit professional with extensive experience in financial forensics, due diligence, and regulatory compliance. She holds a B.Com (Hons) degree from the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning and began her career in 2013 with GSA and Associates LLP, a leading CA firm in Delhi.
Initially, starting as a concurrent auditor, Gayatri quickly distinguished herself by transitioning into statutory audits. Her keen interest in forensic audits emerged during her leadership of a special forensic audit commissioned by the Delhi Government. This engagement, aimed at evaluating the necessity for fee hikes in schools, cemented her passion for in-depth financial analysis and forensic investigation.
Her career further evolved as she collaborated with insolvency professionals on various assignments to investigate potential fund divergences. At Khanna and Company, under the mentorship of CA Inder Pal Khanna, Gayatri spearheaded high-profile assignments, including cases with the Central Bureau of Investigation - Economic Offenses Wings and Due Diligence projects.
Guided by CA Amarjit Chopra, Gayatri pursued and achieved certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), marking a pivotal point in her professional journey. Her CFE qualification led her to Bansal and Company LLP, where, under the leadership of CA Surender Bansal, President of the ACFE India Chapter, she became a prominent member of the India ACFE Chapter. Her contributions included training key officers from the Central Bureau of Investigation, Indian Civil Accounts Service, and Central Bureau of Direct Taxes.
Currently, Gayatri is leading the Risk & Compliance team for a global corporation client at Kaptive Edge Consultants Pvt. Ltd., where she is instrumental in enhancing their regulatory adherence processes. Her extensive expertise in financial forensics and commitment to excellence continue to drive her success in the field.

Qualifications
CFE, M.Sc Public Policy, B.Sc Finance & Management

Chapter Responsibility
Leads the chapter’s communications and outreach strategy. Manages editorial content for the newsletter as the Editor, blog, and all social media presence on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. Oversees updates to the website, event coverage, and stakeholder engagement materials including publishing of articles. Responds to queries, observations, and information on social media as single focal point.
Email: Editor@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
At the crossroads of finance, policy, strategy, impact, and communities is where you’ll find Ms. Nikki Arya. With over a decade of experience across investment banking, international organizations, and now consulting, she brings a multi-sectoral and multi-regional lens to her work. Her journey has been shaped as much by numbers as by narratives—combining data-driven decision-making with a deep understanding of the people and systems behind them. From sharpening her analytical skills in global financial markets during her early years in investment banking, to navigating the intricacies of grassroots microfinance, to conducting risk assessments for international organizations, Nikki has consistently gravitated toward roles where impact is both visible and meaningful. Her core focus areas include development finance, risk management, corporate governance, due diligence, assessments, and impact evaluations. A Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), she currently serves on the Board of Directors – Communications & Outreach for the ACFE India Chapter. She leads the Chapter’s publications, newsletters, digital strategy, and authored its website content. As part of her contribution, she has also conducted training sessions for investigators from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on fraud prevention and detection strategies.

Qualifications
CFE, FCA, CPA, MBA, B.Com

Chapter Responsibility
Leads member recruitment, engagement, and retention initiatives. Manages membership records and welcomes new members. Coordinates cross-functional committees for special projects and prepares periodic reports on membership strategies and statistics. Responsible for any other duties that President or the Board of Directors shall delegate from time to time.
Email: memberships@acfe-india.org

Professional Summary
A Finance and Business professional with over 37 years of experience in the area of Governance, Risk and Ethics (GRE). Now retired from active service and practicing as a Finance & Business Advisor. Mr. Dua has previously served as an Advisor on several boards–

FAIS (Forensic Accounting & Investigations Standards),

DAAB (Digital Accounting & Assurance Board) at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) with responsibility to prepare the new Standards.

Member and Chairman of the Jury on a number of Awards conferred by IIA,

Member of the ASSOCHAM (Industry body) National Council for Corporate Fraud and Internal Audit

Fellow Member of the Institute of Directors, New Delhi.

Internal Auditing Standards Board and created new/revised Standards on Internal Audit.

Program Director for the Risk Based Internal Audit (RBIA) Program for the Institute for Government Accounts & Finance (INGAF).

Program Director for the ICAI in 2009 for their Certificate Course on Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).

He continues to be an active member in the Internal Audit & Risk Management profession and served as President of IIA Delhi Chapter from 2005-07

In addition, Mr. Dua also serves as the Adjunct Faculty at the School of Corporate Governance, Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (part of MCA) and as Adjunct Faculty at Jaipuria School of Business on the subject “Business Ethics & Corporate Governance.” He is also on the advisory Board of the Risk Management Association of India and on the Academic Advisory Council of the Jaipuria School of Business.
Mr. Dua is also an active participant as a Panellist in Conferences and Seminars on Governance, Risk and Internal Audit.

Qualifications
B. Sc., FCA, AIIA (USA), CFE, AHIA

Chapter Responsibility
The title of Emeritus Founder is a distinguished honorary recognition conferred to an individual who played a foundational role in establishing the ACFE India Chapter and significantly contributed to its vision, structure, and long-term mission.
While not involved in day-to-day operations, the Emeritus Founder remains a respected advisor and ambassador for the chapter by offering strategic guidance, institutional memory, and representing the chapter at select forums.
This title is honorary and non-voting but serves as an enduring acknowledgment of the individual’s pioneering efforts and leadership in the anti-fraud movement in India.

Professional Summary
Mr. Bansal is the founding partner of Bansal & Co LLP He has 40+ years of taxation laws, mergers and acquisitions, assurance and advisory experience. Mr. Bansal has played leadership roles in his career mentoring large teams, serving global clients & developing practice innovations. He has held various offices of the professional bodies such as Council Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Founding and present President of Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE) India Chapter and has also served on various Technical and Taxation Committees of ASSOCHAM and PHD chambers. He is also a Business Valuer. He is a member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Association of Certified Fraud Examiner USA, Institute of Internal Auditors USA, Association of Healthcare Internal Auditors USA, International Fiscal Association (Netherlands) and India Council of Arbitration Mr. Bansal has chaired many technical sessions on the bank audits and has also organized seminars and conferences of national and international level in India and abroad regarding audits, Direct Taxes, company law, etc. He currently leads a large multi-talented team & is involved in adding value to clients across sectors.

Qualifications
CFE, FCA, CIA, CISA

Chapter Responsibility
Provides independent guidance based on subject-matter expertise. Supports the board in maintaining governance standards and decision-making. Assists with Chapter Initiatives.

Professional Summary
Pioneer in forensic accounting and fraud investigations in India, Mr. Dalal is the first CFE from Mumbai, 1998 and a core part of the first research project for Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA) on fraud detection in 1999. With over 38 years of professional audit experience, he specializes in Internal Audit, Fraud Detection and Investigations and has extensive work experience in insurance claims, whistleblower complaints, and allegations of corrupt practices. Mr. Dalal is also an avid writer and author of several professional articles and books including “Gita for Professionals”. Specifically, in 2021 he authored the first ever AUDIO_VISUAL book on forensic accounting. Propounded a new theory “the Theory of Inverse Logic “in the audio visual book on forensic accounting. The book embeds 10 videos of case studies. Conducted the first ever course for ICAI on Forensic Accounting in 2009 and again in 2012 in Hyderabad. Presently a global investigation specialist operating from Mumbai, India. Served since 2009 on the Board of the Managing Committee of the India Merchants Chamber Banking Finance and Insurance Committee. In addition, he also provides training for Fraud Detection and Investigation and has conducted several courses for CAs for the ICAI – IT Committee across India in all metro cities