As many of you would be aware, today is Engineers's Day. For the
un-initiated, this is the birth anniversary of one of the greatest
engineers ever born on earth. This weekend, let us spare some time by
delving into his activities and achievements. You would observe that how
easy it was for him to do so-many things in a lifetime. Of the many things
that is mentioned in the attached note, its noteworthy to mention that he
is the founder of State Bank of Mysore and had designed our very own
Hirakud Dam.
Engineer's Day
In remembrance of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, the most outstanding
engineer of all times, the engineering fraternity of India celebrates
"Engineer's Day” every year on 15th of September. It was this day 152 years
ago that this great contributor to growth and engineering was born. Every
year the celebration of the Engineer's Day revolves around a central theme
that is notified to all states and local centers.
He is known to be the greatest engineers of all times, who with his vision
and dedication in the field of engineering made some exceptional
contributions to India. Owing to his contribution he was honored with the
highest state award of India, the “The Bharat Ratna”, in the year 1955.
Some of the contributions of Sir VM are:
· He was the chief engineer during the construction of Krishna
sager dam on the Cauvery River.
· Many dams built by him in Bombay are still functional even till
today.
· The Sri Jayachamaraja Polytechnic Institute of Bangalore was
started on the recommendation of Sir Visvesvaraya.
· The Block System was invented by him, which was a system of
automated doors that closed in the conditions of overflow.
· Krishnarajasagara Dam built by his help, is still praised by
everybody witnessing it.
· Mysore University, which is a matter of great proud for the
people of Mysore, was established because of his will and conviction.
There were certain specific qualities also of him namely
· Punctuality: He was very famous for his punctuality, it's said
He was never late even by a minute and expected his people also to realize
the importance of time.
· Perfect Clothing: Every person having met Sir Mokshagundam
Visvesvaraya, proudly remembers his neat and fine clothing.
· Perfectionist: There are many examples to show that even a
little task that he took up, was always completed to perfection. Even if
it was to deliver a speech, he would think in advance, write and rehearse
it number of times.
· Fitness: Even at the age of 92, he was never dependent on
comforts; he would not only walk by himself, but, take full participation
in all proceedings.
· Dedication to work: Nothing was able to deter Sir, from his
commitment to good work; his work was his worship.
· Courageous: Many of the projects completed by him that India
stands proud of today, would not have existed if it was not his will and
conviction.
· Fearless Patriot: When it came to India, even high perks given
to Sir by the British Government were not enough for him; he opposed
everything and anything that was against the favor of his nation.
As I always say, brickbats and bouquets welcome
-Sukhi
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