National Engineer's Day: Honoring M. Visvesvaraya and Engineering Excellence
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | National Engineer's Day |
| Date | September 15th |
| Purpose | To honor the contributions of engineers and commemorate the birth anniversary of M. Visvesvaraya. |
| History | Declared in 1968 to celebrate M. Visvesvaraya's contributions to engineering. |
| About M. Visvesvaraya | - Born on September 15, 1861, in Karnataka. |
| - Pioneering civil engineer known for projects like Krishna Raja Sagara Dam and Khadakwasla Dam. | |
| - Established Bangalore Engineering College (later renamed Visvesvaraya Technological University). | |
| - Awarded Bharat Ratna in 1955. | |
| Theme 2024 | "Innovating for a Sustainable Future" |
| Significance | - Acknowledgment of engineers' contributions. |
| - Inspiration for aspiring engineers. | |
| - Promotion of engineering excellence. | |
| - Commemoration of visionary leadership. | |
| - Awareness and education about the engineering profession. | |
| Global Event | World Engineering Day celebrated globally on March 4. |