National Engineers’ Day: 15 September

Current Context: National Engineers’ Day is observed in India on 15 September every year.
It marks the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya (1861–1962), Bharat Ratna awardee and legendary engineer.

• First celebrated in 1968, the day honours his contributions in irrigation, flood control, and industrialisation.
• He was the Chief Engineer of Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) Dam and designed automatic sluice gates at Khadakwasla reservoir.
• The 2025 theme is “Engineering Excellence Drives India Forward”, aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.
• The day is also observed in Sri Lanka and Tanzania in his honour.

Question:

Q.1 In which year was National Engineers’ Day first celebrated in India?
a) 1958
b) 1962
c) 1968
d) 1972

Answer: c) The Government of India declared 15 September as Engineers’ Day in 1968 to honour Sir M. Visvesvaraya’s contributions.