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September 15, 2011

Happy Engineers Day


September 15 is celebrated every year in India as Engineer's Day to commemorate the birthday of the legendary engineer Sir M. Visvesvaraya (1861-1962). 
                 HAPPY ENGINEERS DAY
Internationally recognised for his genius in harnessing water resources, he was responsible for successful design and construction of several river dams, bridges and implementing irrigation and drinking water schemes all over India. 
He served as the dewan of Mysore State and was considered to be the architect of the all-round development of Karnataka.
Bharat Ratna Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya also known as Sir MV;
(15 September 1860 – 14 April 1962) was a notable Indian engineer, scholar, statesman and the Diwan of Mysore during 1912 to 1919.
He was a recipient of the Indian Republic's highest honour, the Bharat Ratna, in 1955.
He was knighted as a Commander of the Indian Empire by King George V for his myriad contributions to the public good. Every year, 15 September is celebrated as Engineer's Day in India in his memory.
He is held in high regard as the first and pre-eminent engineer of India.
He was the chief designer of the flood protection system for the city of Hyderabad.

Wikipedia : Sir Visvesvaraya




I take the vision which comes from dreams
and apply the magic of science and mathematics,
adding the heritage of my profession
and my knowledge of nature's materials
to create a design.

I organize the efforts and skills of my fellow workers
employing the capital of the thrifty
and the products of many industries,
and together we work toward our goal
undaunted by hazards and obstacles.

And when we have completed our task
all can see
that the dreams and plans have materialized
for the comfort and welfare of all.

I am an Engineer
I serve mankind
by making dreams come true.
- Anon

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