REVIEW OF ENGINNERING HEART BEATS
I feel deeply honoured
that Dr. Madhukar Salgare, a distinguished former Principal of Government
Polytechnic, historian, and author of 12 scholarly books—has taken the time to
review my book Engineering Heart Beats.
His works, born
of reading, reflection, contemplation, and research, have received awards and
earned him recognition as a historian. With the publication of ‘Hindusthancha
Yug Purush Malharrao Holkar’ and ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi ani Maratheshahi’,
he established a lasting identity in the field of history.
His contribution
to education, history, and society is immense. His clarity of thought, fearless
writing, and dedication to students and readers alike make his words far more
valuable than any recognition I could hope for.
I extend my
heartfelt thanks to him. His reflections on my work are not just a review, but
a blessing and a guiding light.
His Review:
Engineering Heart Beats... — A Resonant Autobiography
When a friend
placed Engineering Heart Beats... in my hands for review, I was struck
by its timeliness. Published on November 25 and reaching me soon after, this
162-page volume—priced modestly at ₹350—arrives as both a surprise and a
delight. I had known that Dr. Mahendra Ingle, upon retiring as Principal, was
engaged in writing. We had even spoken of it. Yet I did not expect the book to
appear so swiftly, and in English no less.
The title itself—Engineering
Heart Beats...—suggests rhythm, pulse, and vitality. It is not merely about
engineering as a discipline, but about the life-force that animates engineers.
Dr. Ingle, a scholar with a doctorate in Management, has served as Lecturer, Head
of the Department, and Principal. His command of English is assured, his prose
both clear and elegant.
Rooted in the
cultural richness of his childhood on the banks of the Tapi and Purna rivers,
and nurtured by the spiritual aura of the Changadev–Muktai temples, he grew in
an atmosphere of responsibility and seriousness that continues to permeate his
reflections.
The book reminds
us that life after education flows unpredictably, like a river. To accept its
currents is to remain content. Dr. Ingle insists that human dignity lies not in
cleverness but in thoughtful living. His narrative embodies this conviction.
Throughout his
career, he has guided countless students, imparting not only technical
knowledge but also values. He challenges the common belief that engineers are
dry and unimaginative, showing instead that they can be thoughtful, reflective, and inspiring. Written in simple
yet engaging English, the book is both accessible and profound.
Structurally, the
work resembles a three-storied building. It blends autobiography with
meditations on education, management, and philosophy. Each chapter opens with
quotations from world thinkers, and his experiences naturally evoke
philosophical ideas. A philosopher at heart, Dr. Ingle has embraced higher
values and spread them through his writing and life.
This
autobiography, though composed in English, is deeply rooted in a Marathi
sensibility. It is heartfelt, dignified, and inspiring. I welcome it warmly and
extend my congratulations to Dr. Mahendra Ingle for this fine contribution.
Reviewer:
Principal Dr. Madhukar Salgare, Latur
Historian, Litterateur, and Engineer
Mobile: 99222 45380
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