Engineer’s Day, observed on September 15 in India, commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, a distinguished engineer whose transformative contributions to infrastructure and development have left a lasting legacy. His pioneering work on projects such as the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam exemplifies his vision and impact on modern engineering, setting a high standard for the profession.
The day highlights the crucial role engineers play in advancing technology and improving infrastructure, addressing complex global challenges. By organizing events like seminars and workshops, Engineer’s Day not only celebrates the achievements of current professionals but also inspires the next generation of engineers to continue driving innovation and progress.
Sandesh Kaup, Director, Luxriot India Private Limited
As the nation strives to achieve efficient and sustainable development of its cities, engineers are the foundation on which this vision is built. It is their creativity, hard work, and determination that enable the creation of the new e-cities to be built in the future. Engineers have found a way of interconnecting IoT, AI, and renewable energy in ways that are enabled by the latest VMS and AI analysis technologies. Such improvements not only enhance the efficiency of services being offered to citizens but also help conserve resources, increase public safety, and diminish effects on the environment. Thus, as we continue to define the future of our cities, engineers should be ready to take up the mantle of advancing technology and be in a position to identify possible difficulties and develop techniques for how the growth of our cities can be fostered in a sustainable manner and how the quality of life of the people in the cities can be enhanced.
Sagar PV, CTO, Mindsprint
I believe that sustainable innovations in clean energy, smart infrastructure, and advanced materials are already transforming technologies with mechanisms to optimize energy efficiency. However, moving forward into 2025, it is imperative that we promote data-driven sustainability by focusing on innovative and scalable engineered solutions. Sustainable management platforms have been the essences of all of our engineers’ work as they are the trailblazers of ensuring that our technological efforts align with preserving the planet. Engineering has long been at the forefront of tackling world’s toughest problems, its time it’s put at the centre of sustainability as well.
Mr. Amit Sharma, Managing Director & CEO, Tata Consulting Engineers
“On this National Engineers Day, we reflect on the legacy of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, whose visionary contributions to infrastructure and society continue to inspire generations of engineers. At Tata Consulting Engineers, we proudly carry forward this tradition of excellence and innovation, striving to build a sustainable future. Our engineers, as role models, embody the values of commitment, integrity, and ingenuity, setting new benchmarks and driving progress. Together, we engineer solutions that not only shape industries but also contribute to the growth and prosperity of our nation.”
Nayan Naidu, Head Agile and DevOps at Altimetrik
“As the global demand for innovative and eco-friendly solutions grows, engineers are taking charge of integrating sustainable practices into every facet of technology operations. Engineers are now tasked with the responsibility of crafting solutions that tread lightly, prioritize regeneration, and unlock new frontiers of environmental stewardship. From advancing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy integration to developing cutting-edge green technologies, the industry’s effort is crucial in addressing pressing environmental challenges and driving groundbreaking progress.
We are witnessing a pivotal shift in engineering, characterized by the adoption of circular economy principles, the utilization of AI for sustainability assessments, and a holistic approach to resource optimization. These trends represent a significant movement towards solutions that not only support sustainable development but also foster a harmonious coexistence between technology and nature.
Productivity improvements are equally vital, as engineers adopt automation, AI, and data-driven approaches to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. These technologies empower engineers to focus more on strategic, sustainable solutions, making their work not only faster but also smarter. Engineers are now able to automate repetitive tasks, allowing more time for creativity and problem-solving, ultimately improving both the quality and speed of sustainable innovations.
Our goal is to redefine engineering as a driver of sustainability and resilience. Engineers are setting new standards, advancing both environmental and productivity gains, and creating a future where technology and sustainability seamlessly coexist.”
Ranga Jagannath, Senior Director, Growth, Agora
“In today’s world, where real-time engagement is transforming how we connect and collaborate, engineers are pivotal in creating technologies that bring people together across distances. At Agora, we are proud to work with these visionaries, who develop seamless, low-latency solutions powering immersive and interactive experiences. From live streaming to real-time communication, our engineers push the boundaries of connectivity, ensuring quality even in remote areas. Their technical expertise, creativity, and commitment drive the evolution of the digital landscape. Today, we honor not only their skills but their dedication to collaboration and problem-solving. As we look to the future, engineers will continue to be the architects of tomorrow’s innovations, advancing digital transformation and enhancing the way we communicate, work, and live.”
Ram Meenakshisundaram, Chief Technology Officer, Virtusa Corporation
“On Engineers’ Day, we celebrate the brilliant minds whose creativity and logic fuel the innovations shaping our world. At Virtusa, engineering is not just a profession but a guiding philosophy behind everything we do. AI is transforming the engineering landscape, driving breakthroughs, and redefining traditional methods. Whether it is to optimize productivity, enhance automation and to stay competitive and innovative in a changing industry landscape, our engineering first approach helps deploy streamlined solutions that work in the real world. Our Engineering First approach empowers these visionaries, recognizing their ability to blend curiosity, creativity, and expertise to shape the future. By enabling them to tackle the toughest challenges, we are laying the foundation for tomorrow’s game-changing innovations.” Ram Meenakshisundaram, Chief Technology Officer, Virtusa Corporation.
Sandeep Agarwal, MD & Global CTO of Visionet
“On this National Engineer’s Day, let’s celebrate the tremendous role engineers play at the front of the AI revolution. With Visionet’s recent rebrand to ‘Engineering Simplified,’ we genuinely believe that it is engineers that lead the future.
AI ranges from predictive maintenance in manufacturing to creating adaptive, energy-efficient smart cities. However, despite these advancements, there is an ever-growing demand for expertise in AI, and it is imperative that engineers learn to keep up with these advancements.
At Visionet, we are reducing this skill gap through initiatives like tech fests, in which we engage with startups, industry leaders, and academia to enable the re-skilling of engineers and empower them to drive innovation. These tech fests include internships and upskilling programs designed to help young engineers learn and integrate AI into their workflows, enabling them to address challenges like process optimization, sustainability, and cost efficiency. We are together simplifying engineering and enabling the full potential of AI for a brighter, tech-driven tomorrow.”
Sanjay Koppikar, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, EvoluteIQ
Today, engineering is more data-driven, intelligent, and future-ready. India’s push towards digital transformation is further accelerating AI and machine learning adoption in engineering. These technologies are not only driving innovation but also addressing complex challenges across industries including manufacturing, banking & finance, insurance, and healthcare among others. The shape of ‘Engineering’ and ‘Engineers’ is changing fast. It is morphing into the role of AI-powered Engineer – who would be able to work at 10x speed, 100x efficiency, at least at 20-30% of the cost of the team otherwise needed. As Jensen Huang said once, “AI will not take away your job; an AI-powered person will”.
Simple usage of LLMs will soon be commoditized and the focus will be on custom-specific SLMs (Small Language Models). However, GenAI is fast approaching beyond LLM/SLMs and towards Large Action Models. These “Actions” will play a critical role in the overall impact across all industries. In the manufacturing sector, predictive maintenance is a standout application, using AI algorithms and digital twins to monitor equipment in real-time, analyze data, and predict potential failures before they occur.
Smart infrastructure, powered by machine learning, enables better energy management, optimized traffic systems, and efficient resource distribution. In civil engineering, machine learning models are being used to predict the structural integrity of bridges and buildings, ensuring safety and reducing maintenance costs.
In short, the 4th Industrial Revolution is here to change and move into GenAI Powered 5th Industrial Revolution sooner than anyone anticipated.
Vikram Subburaj, CEO, Giottus Crypto Platform
As we celebrate Engineers’ Day, it is essential to acknowledge the transformative impact AI and machine learning are having across engineering disciplines. From enhancing predictive maintenance protocols in manufacturing to enabling the creation of smart, adaptive infrastructure, these technologies are redefining our capabilities. At Giottus, we harness the power of AI and machine learning to elevate the crypto trading experience – optimising trade execution, ensuring robust security, and offering personalised insights to our users.
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, engineers are not just building structures or systems; they are crafting the future of technology itself. By embracing these advancements, we’re driving innovation and ensuring that India remains at the forefront of the global tech revolution. The future is intelligent, and our engineers are its architects.
Mr. Mohanraj Selvaraj, Head – Engineering, Protectt.ai
As India remains at the forefront of technological innovation, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are reshaping the engineering landscape, serving as crucial catalysts for the nation’s growth. AI and ML are set to play a vital role in creating the infrastructure and technologies that drive economic progress, from smarter cities to advanced manufacturing, sustainable energy, and state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions. With a growing emphasis on harnessing AI/ML for futuristic advancements, cybersecurity engineering complements this progress by ensuring secure and sustainable growth. Indian engineering communities are leading the development of solutions that strengthen the resilience and safety of our digital ecosystems. This blend of “revolutionary technologies” and “engineering excellence” is critical in positioning India as a global leader in innovation, driving economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life for millions. Together, we are building a future where technology not only drives progress but safeguards it.
Vishal Gautam , Vice President, Engineering & Site Managing Director at Zscaler
“Engineers are the unsung heroes of the digital age. While the headlines often focus on technology and innovation, it’s the engineers behind the scenes who are quietly shaping the future of entire industries. Today, as we face increasingly complex cybersecurity threats—AI-driven attacks, data vulnerabilities, and more—it’s these brilliant minds that are holding the line and ensuring that businesses and economies can continue to thrive. At Zscaler, we see engineers not just as problem-solvers but as architects of a secure, digital future. Their ability to anticipate challenges, push boundaries, and build solutions that protect industries is nothing short of remarkable.
This Engineers’ Day, we celebrate the engineers whose passion and commitment are not only keeping us secure today but also shaping the future of cybersecurity for industries worldwide. Their contributions are fundamental to building a safer, more resilient digital world.”
Piyush Agarwal. SE Leader, Cloudera
“On this National Engineer’s Day, Cloudera proudly celebrates the exceptional contributions of our engineering teams in India and across the globe. Over the past decade, our Bangalore Center of Excellence (CoE) has grown into a robust hub with engineers driving product innovation and delivering unparalleled customer support. Their passion for open-source developments has accelerated enterprise AI and machine learning, powering hundreds of use cases—from applications on our lakehouse to co-pilots boosting productivity and large-scale text summarization. This commitment is instrumental to Cloudera’s leadership in machine learning and data management solutions,” . “As we honor engineers today, we look forward to a future where they continue to push the frontiers of big data and AI.”
Pratik Shah, Managing Director – India and SAARC, F5
“Today’s engineers are not just tech creators—they’re architects of digital experiences in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven, automated, and multi-cloud world. At F5, we don’t just see engineers as a key part of this journey—we’re empowering them to lead it. Whether it’s optimizing critical applications or securing every step of the digital journey, we offer the tools and support engineers need to innovate with confidence.
India’s engineering community, known for its creativity and deep expertise, is uniquely positioned to lead this digital transformation. At F5, we recognize the immense potential here—not only in tackling complex challenges but also in ensuring technology is used responsibly and inclusively. Our own engineering team in India exemplifies this. Their contributions are the backbone of our success, and I am deeply thankful for everything they do to deliver innovation, security, and excellence in today’s fast-evolving technological landscape.”
Mr Prasenjit Ghoshal, Head of Engineering, Ennoventure,Inc.
“Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with engineers at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging cutting-edge tools to reshape industries on a global scale. The brilliance of engineers lies in their ability to not only adapt but to pioneer innovative solutions that redefine the future. In today’s landscape, their role is more pivotal than ever. As they navigate the complexities of modern engineering, these experts are spearheading the integration of advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, and blockchain, revolutionizing the way we design, build, and maintain systems across diverse industries.
At Ennoventure, Inc., we celebrate the creativity, dedication, and technical mastery of engineers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation. These professionals are not merely utilizing new tools but are driving the development of highly scalable event-driven architectures, microservices-based modular systems, and fault-tolerant, concurrent distributed architectures that underpin today’s digital economy. They are solving complex, real-world problems with cutting-edge research and development, while designing global multi-region, low-latency cloud infrastructures that ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability.
As we continue to support and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in engineering, we are deeply committed to fostering an environment where their talents thrive. Together, we are building a future powered by smarter, more efficient, and resilient technologies—advancements that safeguard brand integrity, enhance consumer trust, and ensure safety across an increasingly complex global marketplace.”
Pantherun Technologies
Mr. Srinivas Shekar, CEO and Co-Founder, Pantherun Technologies
“Engineers are often regarded as the backbone of innovation, and in today’s world, their significance is beyond measure. Their relentless drive to push boundaries has shaped the way we live, work, and connect. With the rise of AI and machine learning, we are witnessing a transformation in engineering practices across India and globally. These technologies are revolutionizing industries—from predictive maintenance in manufacturing that reduces downtime, to smart infrastructure that enhances urban living to advanced cybersecurity measures that protect valuable data.
As we embrace this new era of intelligent solutions, engineers must adapt to both the opportunities and challenges presented by AI’s predictive and generative capabilities. To navigate this evolving landscape, continuous learning, curiosity, and a strong foundation in subject matter expertise are indispensable. A multi-faceted approach to skill development—combining formal education, online resources, mentorship, and hands-on experience—is key to staying ahead. This Engineer’s Day, at Pantherun Technologies, we celebrate the ingenuity and dedication of engineers who are not only driving technological change but also integrating sustainable practices to build a better, more secure world for all.”