India’s Pioneering Engineer Dr M Visvesvaraya Celebrated Across Government

The birth anniversary of Dr. M. Visvesvaraya, Bharat Ratna recipient and architect of modern India’s engineering landscape, was marked by a coordinated set of messages from the nation’s leadership on September 15. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media tribute praised engineers for their role in building a better future and specifically honored Visvesvaraya’s technical genius.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s post highlighted how Visvesvaraya’s legacy continues to drive India’s technological advancement and infrastructure resilience. He described the engineer’s life as a benchmark of excellence, discipline, and innovation.

Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks focused on the relentless innovation that fuels the country’s development, acknowledging Visvesvaraya’s extraordinary contributions to nation‑building.

Minister of State for Development Lal Singh extended a “koti‑koti” salute to the legendary engineer and wished all engineers a happy National Engineer’s Day.

Women and Child Development Minister Annpurna Devi offered a respectful homage, emphasizing Visvesvaraya’s dedication to constructing a modern nation and congratulating engineers nationwide on the occasion.