Today, September 15th, we celebrate the 58th Engineers Day and honor the 164th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya – the visionary engineer who transformed modern India.
The Father of Modern Indian Engineering
Born in 1861 in Karnataka, Sir M. Visvesvaraya revolutionized water management and infrastructure planning. Known as the “Father of Modern Mysore,” he served as the 19th Diwan of Mysore from 1912 to 1918.
His Legacy:
- Designer of the famous Krishnaraja Sagara (KRS) dam in Mysore
- Created innovative irrigation systems with patented water floodgates
- Established key educational institutions including engineering colleges
- Awarded Bharat Ratna in 1955
Engineers Day 2025 Theme
This year’s theme is “Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence: Driving India’s Techade,” focusing on AI, quantum computing, and advanced technologies that will drive India’s growth.
A Timeless Inspiration
Sir Visvesvaraya’s famous words still inspire: “Remember, your work may be only to sweep a railway crossing, but it is your duty to keep it so clean that no other crossing in the world is as clean as yours.”
His life exemplified punctuality, perfectionism, and unwavering dedication to excellence – values that continue to guide engineers today.
Happy Engineers Day to all the brilliant minds who continue to shape our world through innovation and dedication!
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