‘Engineering Heart Beats – Glimpses of an Unfolding Journey’ explores the emotions, experiences, and reflections of an engineer shaped over time.
Through 57 unique “Heart Beats,” this book offers fresh perspectives on life—each one designed to stir thought and feeling.
Blending engaging narratives with insightful observations, it bridges the gap between logic and creativity, making it a compelling read for engineers and curious minds alike.
Rooted in cultural authenticity, it inspires those who see engineering not just as equations, but as an ever-evolving journey of innovation, empathy, and meaning.
Section One: Roots and Ripples
1. The Golden Thread! 11
2. Need for Achievement! 13
3. The Stone Walls That Shaped Me! 16
4. GPJ - A Legacy of Discipline 19
5. SPCE – New Horizon! 22
6. Room No. 57! 25
7. The Literary Lamp Was Lit! 28
8. Vibrant SPCE! 30
9. The Great Prank of 1980! 33
10. SPJIMR: A Historic Opening 36
11. A Journey Inspired by a Mentor! 38
12. IIT- B: A Gateway to Inspiration 41
13. Cinematic Adventure! 44
14. Echoes from the Hostel Corridor 47
15. SPACE 82! 50
16. A Long Walk – Celebration of a Youth! 52
Section Two: Roles with the Soul
17. From Barren Hill To Blooming Haven! 55
18. How My Students Shaped Me 58
19. A Winter Day to Be Remembered! 59
20. A Steward’s Beginning 61
21. The Writers Who Shaped Me 64
22. For the City I Cherished—Dhule 66
23. Bond with NITTTR 69
24. The Entrepreneurial Awakening 72
25. Training Experience with Bafana Jewellers 75
26. Attitude and Perception 78
27. Canada- India Project Showcase 81
28. A Great Teacher: Dr. Radhakrishnan 84
29. The Great Engineer: Bharat Ratna
Vishveshvaraiyya 86
30. Decision Making with Intuition 90
31. Gratitude: A Silent Bond of Trust 94
32. Mirror of Administration 97
33. What Do You Want To Be Remembered For? 99
34. Jintur: In the Lap of Jyotirlingas 102
35. Learner to Leader 105
36. Earnest Appeal! 107
Section Three: Reflections and Radiance
37. Commitment over Comfort 111
38. Service, Not Demonstration! 114
39. Courage to say No! 116
40. Principle - Centred Leadership for Democracy 119
41. Creative Leadership 122
42. Human Potential 124
43. The Radiance of Character 126
44. The Signature: A Mark of Grace and Gratitude 128
45. Keep It Up! 131
46. Dr.: A Title, A Responsibility 133
47. Why Every Great Person Must
Write Autobiography 136
48. Who You Are? 137
49. Grey Hair, Golden Journey! 140
50. Courtesy Call: Echoes of Connection 142
51. Uread, Yet Unshaken 144
52. Creativity: A Way of Life 146
53. My Teaching Philosophy 149
54. On the Threshold: AI, Ethics and Control 152
55. My Approach to Prayer 154
56. Let Not The Eyes Become Old! 157
57. Remembering Mother Narmada! 159
