Engineers' Day observed (15 September)

15 Sep 2026 Important days & Theme

Engineers' Day is observed in India on 15 September, the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya (born 1861), to recognise the contribution of engineers to nation-building.

Important Facts

  • Date: 15 September
  • Marks the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya (15 September 1861, Muddenahalli, Karnataka)
  • Visvesvaraya received the Bharat Ratna in 1955
  • Known for the Krishna Raja Sagara dam and flood-protection work for Hyderabad
Exam Point: Engineers' Day = 15 September (M. Visvesvaraya, Bharat Ratna 1955).

Source: UNI

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