Almost every country devotes a national or international day to engineers every year. India also celebrates September 15 as National Engineer’s Day every year on the birth anniversary of the father of Indian Engineering, Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. The whole nation pays homage to India’s finest engineer by devoting this day to him. His remarkable achievements in the field of engineering are motivation for even today’s engineers. Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was born on September 15, 1861, Muddenahalli, Karnataka. After completing B.A. from the university of Madras, M. Visvesvaraya completed civil engineering at the college of science in Pune.
Engineer’s Day – Significance
Engineers are backbone of any nation because they make our lives better with their knowledge and skills. The hard work and brain of engineers are behind the technological equipment which we use today. From advanced robots to giant skyscrapers and world’s high-speed trains, everything is the creation of engineers. They are the ones who bring innovative ideas into reality. They tend to find solutions of complex problems, such as designing various equipment for successful disaster management, saving lives by creating sophisticated devices for the medical field etc.
In the year 1912, M. Visvesvaraya became Diwan of Mysore. Even before his diwanship, M. Visvesvaraya contributed a lot in the field of agriculture, banking, irrigation, industrialization, commerce and education. For his major contributions, he was honored with the title of “knight” in 1915. He was also known as Sir MV. He constructed Mysore’s famous and India’s largest, Krishna Raja Sagara Dam. It’s one example of his multifarious projects to strengthen Indian industry and economy. He also contributed to flood management. The automatic water floodgates were first designed by M. Visvesvaraya and constructed in Pune. He is the writer of the books, “Reconstructing India” and “Planned Economy of India”.
He was not only an engineer, but appointed on major roles in Indian industry. Sir MV joined Governing Council of the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore. He was also a member of Tata Iron and Steel governing board and the founder of Mysore soap factory. University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering in Bengaluru is named after him. It was initially established as a Government Engineering college by M. Visvesvaraya. To honour him, the government of India bestowed him with the Bharat Ratnaaward in 1955.
An Innovative Engineer – Saint Dr. MSG
Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan is proficient in Civil and Mechanical Engineering. After witnessing HIS creations, people stay stunned and are compelled to think how these designs are even possible. In fact, HIS innovations have amazed professional and experienced engineers. Whether it’s interior or exterior designing, POP designing, automobile designing, or designing huge film sets, Guru Ji can come up with unique ideas just in a fraction of time.
The buildings which take years to build, Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan makes it possible to construct them in just a few weeks or months. All the buildings in the premises of Dera Sacha Sauda including Shah Satnam Ji Educational Institutions have been designed by Guru Ji. These were built under Guru Ji’s guidance in a very short time. Complex and marvelous architecture and designs of these buildings make people think as if these were brought from heavens.
It is also important to note that these miraculously constructed and designed buildings are made of waste materials at not much cost. Situated in Sirsa, there is an eye catching and beautiful bungalow called “Tera Vaas” designed by Guru Ji. This is incomparable to any other luxury buildings. It seems that the beauty of this heaven is enough to attract angels towards it. It’s surrounded with beautiful gardens and water fountains which make it the dreamiest place of the world.
Guru Ji is expert in repairing or remodifying any type of machinery as well. HE never needs to go to any mechanical engineer to fix any mechanical problems. Instead, HE fixes them very easily by HIMSELF. Guru Ji is also specialist in the field of designing automobiles. HE has invented automobiles which come in handy in the agriculture field. HE is an agriculture scientist too. Many farmers have adopted Guru Ji’s technique of using rainy water and other reliable techniques to decrease their costs and to boost agricultural production.
Achievements of Saint Dr. MSG in the field of Engineering
A Delhi based company, Automated Industry Private Limited was struggling in operating 5-6 water fountains together. After applying revered Guruji Saint Dr. MSG’s technique, this company got successful in running 130 fountains in a go. The company honoured Guru Ji with “Excellent Engineering Guidance Award” after being amazed with Guru Ji’s expertise.
Here is a list of different wonders created by revered Saint Dr. MSG.
The Medical Wonder-Nanha Farishta
World’s smallest hospital “Nanha Farishta Mobile Hospital” is one of the amazing creations of Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan. It includes all the modern facilities of today’s hospitals including X-ray, ECG, Dialysis, Nebulizer, Keratometer,Ultrasound,Autoclave Lab, Air Conditioner, Anesthesia Machine, Water tank, Generator, Refrigerator, medical store, labour room, and operation theatre. It has capacity to carry the medical staff with it as well. Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan designed it to cater to the medical need of rural areas and remote areas where hospitals barely exist. With the help of this mini angel, the medical team of Shah Satnam Ji Speciality Hospital organizes free medical camps in rural and remote areas. During the disaster relief operations conducted by Dera Sacha Sauda, this mini hospital conveniently reaches the victims without any delay and provides proper treatments. It has been registered in Limca Book of Records.
Shah Satnam Ji Educational Institutions
All the schools and hostels of Shah Satnam Ji Institutions have been designed by Guru Ji. These took very short time to emerge from the ground. For example, Shah Satnam Ji Girls School Hostel was constructed in only 42 days. It is not a small building. It is three story building which has 450 rooms, 2 study rooms-cum-halls, and a dining hall for 1000 students.Saint MSG Glorious International Schoolis another wonder which leaves people speechless when they witness it with their own eyes.
The Biggest Washing Machine of the world
Just in 24 hours, Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan designed and constructed “SachAjooba Washing Machine” on September 13, 2009. Its size is 12 x 12 x 6 ft and it’s made of bricks and cement. It can wash 2000 clothes in one hour which is a wonder itself.It has bagged place in Asia Books of Records because of its speedy construction and stunning functionality.
Shah Satnam Ji International Cricket Stadium
In Just 42 days, Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan designed and constructed a huge cricket stadium. It has all the specifications of an international stadium. The measurement of its boundary is 75 yards. 25000 to 30000 spectators can sit in its 8 stands.
Huge Sachkhand Hall Complex
Can you believe it? A huge complex built in the area of 2 lac square feet only in 30 days! It’s called “Sachkhand Hall”. Its floor is made with crazy stones which are fixed only in mud and polished with machines. In this massive hall, only 216 pillars are standing. These compel us to think how the whole hall is standing without a strong support.
Salabatpura Ashram
Dera Sacha Sauda’s branches are not only in Sirsa, Haryana, but these also existin various cities and towns. All of these have been designed by revered Guru Ji and constructed under HIS guidance. One of them is “Salabatpura Ashram”. On November 24, 1999, Guru Ji inaugurated construction of 4000 sq. feet satsang shed. 600 expert artisans and more than 12000 volunteers completed it in just 3 days. On September 8, 2003, the ashram was expanded. During this expansion, two halls with the measurement of 31.50 x 50 feet, a water tank with a capacity of 6 lac cubic feet, a 503 feet x 50 feet community kitchen and all other facilities for the devotees were constructed. It took 4 and half days for 1400 expert artisans and thousands of volunteers to build these.
MSG Meditation Hall
The “Meditation Hall” designed by Guru Ji seems like another world where there are no worries. After entering its building, a pure energy and a unique peace of mind can be felt. It is not only attractive from outside, but it is also eye catching from inside. The beautiful and pious photos of Guru Ji and the enchanting paintings of universe and stars on the walls make world’s most wonderful environment for meditating. Unlike any other meditation halls, this hallis well made and suitable for engaging everyone in meditation.
Shah Satnam Ji Speciality Hospitals
Shah Satnam Ji Specialty Hospital is spread in 1.25 lakh sq. feet. Its huge building has been given shape of a heart. It has three buildings which have been shaped as letters S, M&G.The credit of this amazing exterior and interior design goes to Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan. It has all the modern medical facilities because it is an international level hospital. Almost all of itsequipmenthave been imported from foreign. Its ICU rooms are uniquely designed and close to nature. It is not just one hospital; it has different hospitals for different treatments. Poojneeya Mata Aas Kaur Ji Ayurvedic Hospital andParam Pita Ji KeSahibjade Aur Sahibjadean – Bhai Ranjeet Singh Ji, Bibi Jagjit Kaur, Behan Sehaj Naturopathy Hospital are also two projects of Shah Satnam Ji Specialty Hospitals.
MSG Bhartiya Khel Gaon
To boost India’s performance in Olympics, Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan Ji designed and established “Sports Village” on July 18, 2017. It is spread in more than 23 acres. To facilitate training of more than 20 sports, it has international level stadiums.These include international level cricket stadium, roller skating stadium, football,volleyball, hockey, clay court and synthetic court, gun shooting,basketball, handball, gymnastics, netball stadiums. MSG Khel Gaon has multipurpose hall as well,where the facilities of yoga practice, badminton, volleyball and archery are available.A standard track for all types of races and all-purpose pool are also here.
Magnificently Designed Automobiles
The automobiles which are affected by accidents or do not work very well, Guru Ji remodifies them and gives them a new look. Whether it is a motorcycle, car or any other type of automobile, Guru Ji is an expert in giving them a unique and attractive form. Various types of cars have been designed by Guru Ji. After seeing them, the words,“innovation, and technology”seem small.
Biogas Plant
Revered Saint, Saint Dr. MSG Insan always promotes conservation of natural resources. With HIS unique and creative mind, Guru Ji has built an 125KW biogas plant in Dera Sacha Sauda. This produces electricity and gas from animal and human waste. This plant is shown in Guru Ji’s movie, “Jattu Engineer” where Guru Ji encourages villagers to be independent by teaching them to build their own resources of income. Many villagers have been also helped by Guru Ji in setting up a biogas plant in their villages.
Engineer’s Day – Challenges faced by Indian engineers
India lacks no talent, but there are many difficulties faced by Indian engineers which hinder their career growth. At most places, the quality of education is perishing. Instead of giving practical knowledge to students, only theoretical knowledge is being imparted. It does not benefit the graduates of engineering colleges when they go for jobs because they lack required skills and practical knowledge. Most of them are even unable to find jobs in their field and end up working in other areas. Shortage of faculty, unaffordable education, corruption and rot-learning are also other causes of lack of skilled engineers. These problems can be tackled by the joint efforts of the government and citizens. For example, financially weak students in engineering colleges should be given some relaxation in fee. Governments shouldinclude qualitative and practical education in engineering schools and colleges. Creating more job vacancies by the government in engineering field can be also beneficial.
Conclusion
The efforts of engineers for our communities are valuable. It’s appreciable that we celebrate Engineer’s Day to commemorate the advancements brought by the great engineer, Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, but this is not enough. We are still among progressing nations. If engineers develop, our nation will develop. On this engineer’s day, let’s not just read or write about the values of engineers. In fact, we should contribute to solve the issues faced by the engineer communities.
