Origin of the Cadre:- The cader of the Divisional accountants is closely linked with rich traditional financial administration of India. The tradition ranges from the legendry “Kautilya” enriched further by reforms made by Akbar the Great Muagal Emperor who introduced an independent organization headed by “BUXI” who was responsible for the maintenance of accounts conducting Audit of the Accounts and also exercised functions as Chief May Master of then Defense Expenditure.

Shri. Rajendra Kashinath Jadhav President, DAO/DA Association Maharashtra- State	Shri Ajaykumar Srivastav General Secretary, DAO/DA Association Maharashtra- State	Shri S. D. Kulat Joint Secretary, DAO/DA Association Maharashtra- State