By Vandya Rai
September 14, 2022
Known as the father of experimental fluid dynamics research in India. He did important research in the field of turbulence and boundary layers, leading to innovations in the Indian space programme.
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
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He changed the face of public transportation in the country. He led the mighty projects of building the Konkan Railway and the Delhi Metro, and came to be known as the ‘Metro Man of India’.
Civil Engineering
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The founder of the tech giant, Infosys, and known as the ‘father of the Indian IT sector’. Infosys became the first Indian company to be listed on an American stock exchange.
Electrical Engineering
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Known as the ‘Missile Man of India’. He played a key role in the launch of India’s first Satellite Launch Vehicle. He was also the president of India.
Aerospace Engineering
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Known as the "Father of the White Revolution" in India. His revolutionary work led the country to become the world’s largest milk producer through a system of farmer cooperatives, later named Amul.
Mechanical Engineering
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Known as the ‘Father of India’s Computer and IT Revolution’, he helped bridge the global digital divide with his various initiatives and policies across sectors. He also founded India’s Telecom Commission.
Telecommunication Engineering
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Known as the “Ice Man of India”. He built 15 artificial glaciers to bring water to one of the world’s driest regions in Ladakh’s villages. His efforts increased agricultural production and reduced migration to cities.
Civil Engineering
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India’s first engineer, his birthday is celebrated as Engineer’s Day. He built dams across the country, including Asia’s largest reservoir at the time. He also planned a flood protection system for Hyderabad.
Civil Engineering
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