Engineers' Day is celebrated to honor the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, one of India's greatest engineers, born on September 15, 1861. The day recognizes the vital contributions of engineers in shaping infrastructure, driving technological innovation, and advancing national development. Sir Visvesvaraya is renowned for pioneering innovative solutions in water resources, flood management, and irrigation, significantly impacting India’s infrastructure and economic planning. The day celebrates engineering excellence and inspires future generations of engineers to contribute to nation-building and technological progress.
In India, Engineers' Day is observed annually on September 15. It acknowledges engineers’ role in improving quality of life and driving economic growth through innovation and problem-solving. This day also highlights ongoing themes relevant to current engineering challenges and advancements, such as the 2025 theme focused on “Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence: Driving India’s Techade”.