BVFCL commemorates Engineers’ Day with Visvesvaraya brass bust unveiling

BVFCL celebrated Engineers’ Day on 15 September 2026, aligning its festivities with the national observance of Sir M. Visvesvaraya’s birth anniversary. The corporation inaugurated a “magnificent brass bust” of the legendary engineer at its Namrup campus, describing the installation as a “rich tribute” to his legacy.

Key moments of the ceremony

The chief managing director (CMD) addressed the gathering, recalling Visvesvaraya’s pioneering engineering vision and his global influence. He highlighted the dual honour the icon received: the British title of “Sir” and India’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna.

“Our engineers must uphold his legacy of excellence, innovation, integrity and service to the nation,” the CMD urged.

In line with the theme of honoring engineering excellence, the CMD conferred the CMD Engineers’ Award on Shri Amrit Bandhopadhyay, Operation Head at BVFCL. Bandhopadhyay was recognised for “exemplary service and innovative engineering,” with the CMD noting that such innovations embody the true spirit of engineering—solving problems, overcoming constraints and keeping the nation’s assets productive.

National context

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi also marked Engineers’ Day on 15 September 2025, paying tribute to Sir M. Visvesvaraya and extending greetings to engineers across the country. In his X post, the Prime Minister emphasized the role of engineers in building a “Viksit Bharat” and praised Visvesvaraya’s lasting impact on India’s engineering landscape.

Significance for BVFCL

The bust unveiling and award ceremony underscored BVFCL’s commitment to carrying forward Visvesvaraya’s ideals through “innovation, efficiency and service to the nation.” By linking a historic figure’s legacy with contemporary achievements of its staff, the corporation aimed to inspire its workforce and reaffirm its role in the nation’s industrial development.

• Event date: 15 September 2026
• Location: BVFCL, Namrup, Assam
• Tribute: Brass bust of Sir M. Visvesvaraya
• Award recipient: Shri Amrit Bandhopadhyay, Operation Head
• National backdrop: Prime Minister’s Engineers’ Day message (2025)

The ceremony attracted considerable attention on social media, with BVFCL’s X post and Facebook page sharing photos and details of the event. The posts received dozens of reactions and comments, reflecting employee and public appreciation for the tribute.

BVFCL’s celebration aligns with broader national observances that honour engineers for their contributions to India’s progress. By installing the bust and recognising internal talent, the corporation seeks to embed Visvesvaraya’s ethos within its operational culture.