Bharat Dhawan, Managing Partner of Mazars India, has called for the mandatory implementation of joint audits for all listed companies, emphasizing increased fairness and transparency in financial reporting. Dhawan believes that joint audits, as seen in France, enhance the credibility of financial statements and provide a more accurate representation of a company’s financial health. While joint audits are currently mandatory for banks, PSUs, and insurance companies in India, the government is considering extending this requirement to public interest entities. Dhawan also highlighted the growing significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance globally and in India, noting its impact on funding accessibility and lending decisions.