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Celebrating Engineers Day and Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya’s Legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the vital role of engineers in nation‑building on National Engineers’ Day.

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Key Points

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National Engineers’ Day marks the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya.

Visvesvaraya’s projects improved water supply, irrigation, and flood protection.

Engineers are described as ‘Karmayogis’, people who transform dreams into reality.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the nation to recognize engineers’ creative power.

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He paid tribute to Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, known as the Father of Modern Mysore, for his pioneering engineering works.

Visvesvaraya’s achievements include the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam and advanced flood‑control systems, earning him the Bharat Ratna award.

The day, observed on 15 September, encourages appreciation of engineering contributions across India.

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engineer

a professional who designs, builds, and improves structures, machines, or systems

innovation

the introduction of new ideas, methods, or devices

nation‑building

efforts to develop a country’s infrastructure, institutions, and overall well‑being

legacy

the lasting impact or contributions left by a person

civil engineer

an engineer who works on public works such as roads, bridges, and water supply

infrastructure

the essential physical systems of a country, like transportation and utilities

Bharat Ratna

the highest civilian award in India for exceptional service

dam

a large barrier built to hold back water and create a reservoir

flood protection

structures and plans designed to prevent or reduce damage from flooding

Karmayogis

people who work diligently for the benefit of the nation

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