In honour of Engineers Day in 2022

In 1955, Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was honoured for his contributions to engineering.

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On September 15, countries including India, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania celebrate Engineer's Day.

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Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was one of India's greatest geniuses.

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Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was born on September 15, 1860.

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He is widely regarded as the pioneer of economic planning in India.

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The University of Madras is where he completed his undergraduate degree in art.

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Krishna Raja Sagara Dam in Mysuru is widely attributed to Visvesvaraya.

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