National Engineer’s Day: 15 September

National Engineer’s Day: 15 September

• In India, the Engineer’s Day is celebrated on September 15 every year, since 1968, to recognise the contribution of engineers’ in the development of the nation.
• The day marks the birth anniversary of the engineering pioneer of India, Sir Mokshagundam Vishweshvaraya, (popularly known as Sir MV).
• Sir MV was regarded as the “Father of Modern Mysore”.
• He was awarded ‘Bharat Ratna’ for his exceptional contribution to the building of India in 1955.

Points to Remember:

1. When is the National Engineer’s Day observed?
2. Whose birth anniversary is celebrated on this day?
3. Who is known as the Father of Modern Mysore?