About Us
CETA – The Calcutta Electric Traders Association
CETA – The Calcutta Electric Traders Association was founded in 1939 by Late D.N. Mukherjee, Late Damodar Das Mundhra, Late Jin Charan Dass, Late R.N. Kapoor, Late K.H. Tangree and others who had tried their best to make CETA to reach at the pinnacle.
CETA started its operations from the premises of Sri Debi Dutt Sarawagi presently known as M/s. Balabux Singhania & Sons, then shifted to Tiretta Bazar and then to existing current address at 55, Ezra Street, 2nd Floor, Kolkata – 700 001.
In 1972 a new Era began in the history of CETA when our own centrally located CETA hall was acquired with the untiring efforts of Late Gopal Das Mundhra, Office Bearers & Executive Committee Members. They deserved accolades for raising the fund. CETA Hall was inaugurated by Late Misri Lal Sinha under the presidentship of Late S.K. Khaitan, secretary Late A.N. Kapoor, Late Lal Chand Karnani - Building Committee Chairman.
Golden Jubilee year of CETA was celebrated in 1988-89 with great enthusiasm & energy. Trade Fair in Maidan, legendary singer Mahendra Kapoor Nite at Netaji Indoor Stadium and other important programs were organized under the presidentship of Late Gyan Chand Goyal, Secretary Sri Sunil Sobti & committee chairman Late S.K. Khaitan. Silver coins were distributed to all the members as memento.
In the year of 2013-14 Platinum Jubilee year was celebrated with great interest and devotion under the able presidentship of Sri Sampat Mal Bachhawat, Vice President Sri Sanjay Kr. Singhi, Secretary Sri Ashis Agarwal, Jt. Secretary Dr. Mukesh K Sinha, Treasurer Sri Kumbhan Das Mundhra & Platinum Jubilee Committee Chairman Sri G.D. Bagri. Silver coins were again distributed to the members as remembrance.
In 2019-20 a revolutionary step has been taken by CETA by introducing its new website and mobile app for the benefits of their members under the presidentship of Late Sri L N Mundhra, Vice President Sri Kishan Mohta, Secretary Sri Manoj Kr. Singhi, Treasurer Sri Giriraj Daga and InfoTech Committee Chairman - Sri Sanjeev Chharia.
From President
Dear Esteemed Colleagues,
I express my sincere thanks and gratitude to all Executive Members and the Advisory Board for entrusting me with the significant responsibility of leading CETA as its President for the year 2023-24.
The success of the President in an organization like CETA depends heavily on the active engagement of all team members in our projects and initiatives. I am confident that I will receive full support, cooperation, and participation from all the members of CETA.
My slogan as President will be "CETA LEADS THE WAY".
I invite all members to feel free to share any feedback, ideas, concerns, or suggestions with me through email, phone, or letters, as your input is crucial to our collective success.
I sincerely look forward to your full cooperation in fulfilling my responsibilities in the best possible manner, and together, we will continue to drive CETA to greater heights.
Vision
- To be the leading organization driving growth, innovation, and ethical business practices in the electrical trade industry of Kolkata. We aim to empower our members with knowledge, technology, and advocacy while fostering a collaborative ecosystem that ensures quality, safety, and sustainable progress for the sector.
Missions
- Promote Ethical Business Practices – Ensure transparency, integrity, and fair trade among electrical traders in Kolkata.
- Support Growth & Innovation – Provide members with access to the latest technologies, market trends, and business strategies.
- Advocate for Industry Interests – Represent the concerns of electrical traders with government bodies and regulatory authorities.
- Enhance Skill Development – Organize training programs, workshops, and seminars to improve technical and business skills.