September 15 is celebrated as 'Engineers Day' in India marking the birth day of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvarayya. Sir Visvesvaraya was internationally known for his genius in harnessing water resources. Not many people would know that world over, there are different days celebrated as engineers day. Here are few ones to note (you may add):

• Nepal: NOSK celebrates it on 18 July every year

• Pakistan: 10 January, foundation of Pakistan Engineering Council

• Singapore: 22-24 July, organised by Institution of Engineers (IES)

• USA: The week of 22nd February, in memory of George Washington's Birthday

The purpose of this discussion, however is to gather various ideas from our fellow engineers on how to celebrate engineers day. If you have any innovative ideas, please share them. Here's a few to start with:-

1. Speech Competition or Debate competition with topics associated with responsibilities of engineers.
2. Essay competition for college students
3. General get together and felicitation of achievers and so on.

I look forward to innovative ideas from all of you.

Update: We have collected a few more innovative ideas for celebration of Engineers day in your college or office-

Engineers Day Celebration Ideas at Office or College

I’ve compiled a list of event ideas along with the event names to celebrate engineers day. Take a look and feel free to modify them for your own needs.

1. Event Name: "Innovation Fair" Summary: The Innovation Fair is like a science fair but specifically for engineering-related projects. Participants are given a certain period of time (maybe a couple of weeks) to develop a project or prototype that solves a specified problem or challenge. This could be anything from a new type of renewable energy device, a robot, an app, a civil engineering solution, etc. Then, on Engineers' Day, a fair is held where each participant or team presents their project to the attendees. Awards can be given in different categories, like "most innovative," "best design," or "most potential impact." This not only celebrates the creative and problem-solving aspects of engineering, but it also offers an opportunity for people to showcase their skills and share their ideas with others.

2. Event Name: "Engineer for a Day". Summary: This event is designed to give non-engineers in your office or college a chance to experience what it's like to be an engineer. Pair them up with engineers who can guide them through some basic engineering tasks related to their work. Alternatively, set up a series of engineering-related challenges or puzzles for them to solve. This can be a great way to foster better understanding and appreciation for what engineers do, and it can also provide a fun team-building experience.

3. Event Name: "Tech Talks and Panels" Summary: For this event, you could invite notable engineers from different fields to give talks or participate in panel discussions. These could be alumni from the college or professionals from local engineering firms. The topics could vary from their journey as engineers, their contributions to the field, insights about latest technology trends or simply discussing the challenges and rewards of being an engineer. This can be a great way to inspire budding engineers and give everyone a chance to learn more about different aspects of engineering.

4. Event Name: "Virtual Reality Engineering Challenge" Summary: For this event, participants would use virtual reality (VR) technology to solve engineering problems. This could involve designing a machine, building a structure, or even simulating a repair on a virtual spaceship! Using VR can make the event exciting and high-tech, as well as open up new possibilities for problem-solving. It can be a competition with participants or teams presenting their solutions, and the best one, as judged by a panel, winning a prize. You would need to ensure access to VR technology and someone familiar with it to design the challenges.

5. Event Name: "The Sustainability Hackathon" Summary: With rising awareness about sustainability and the environmental impact of human activities, this event can tap into a highly relevant topic. In this Hackathon, participants would have to come up with engineering solutions to environmental problems. This could include creating sustainable energy solutions, reducing waste, or improving efficiency. Participants would work in teams to develop their solutions and then present them to a panel of judges. This can stimulate conversation about how engineering can help solve some of our most pressing environmental challenges.

6. Event Name: "Flash Engineering Challenge" Summary: This event would involve participants being given a surprise engineering challenge on the day of the event. They would be provided with a box of miscellaneous materials and a problem to solve. They would then have a set amount of time (for example, 1-2 hours) to come up with their solution using only the provided materials. The surprise element and the time pressure can make this a fun and exciting event, and it can also highlight the resourcefulness and quick thinking often required in engineering.

Let me know if you’d like more ideas for celebration.

Updated: List of Engineers Day Celebration Ideas and Activities

Event Name: "Build a Bridge".

Summary: Give kids and adults wooden sticks, glue, and string. Ask them to build a small bridge. The goal is to make a bridge that can hold the most weight. This is fun and shows how engineers solve problems.

Event Name: "Code a Story".

Summary: People can learn simple coding to make a story. They use computers to make characters move and talk. It's like making your own video game!

Event Name: "Egg Drop Challenge".

Summary: Give each team an egg, some straws, and tape. They have to make a case so the egg won't break when dropped from a height. This is a fun way to learn about design and materials.

"Robot Race".

Summary: Use simple robot kits to build a robot. Then, have a race to see whose robot can finish a track the fastest. This makes learning about robots fun!

"Engineering Bingo".

Summary: Make bingo cards with engineering terms or famous engineers. Play bingo and learn new words or facts. This is a fun way to learn.

"Guess the Gadget".

Summary: Show a tool or gadget that engineers use. Let people guess what it is and what it does. This is like a game and helps people learn about tools.

"Make a Windmill".

Summary: Use paper, straws, and pins to make a windmill. See whose windmill can spin the fastest in the wind. This helps learn about wind energy.

"Engineer’s Got Talent".

Summary: Let people show off their own projects. It's like a talent show but for engineering things. Everyone gets to see cool ideas!

I hope you like these new ideas! Feel free to use them.