In the heart of Odisha, where the mighty Hirakud Dam stands as a testament to Engineering Marvel, resides a man who has not only mastered the complexities of Water Resource management but also carved an indelible name in the world of financial literature — Er. (Hon. Dr.) Sudhir Kumar Sahu.
Born on 9th October 1965 to Sj. Sarat Kumar Sahu and Smt. Jagyanseni Sahu, Er. (Hon. Dr.) Sudhir Kumar Sahu has carved a name for himself as a rare blend of Engineering Mastery & Financial Intellect. Currently serving as Addl. Chief Engineer at the Hirakud Dam Circle in Burla, he has been an integral force in the Department of Water Resources, Government of Odisha since 1994. Starting his career as an Assistant Engineer, he has worked diligently across various irrigation projects in Odisha, rising through the ranks due to his technical expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public service.
In addition to his stellar government career, Er. Sahu is deeply involved in the broader engineering community and is associated with 15 renowned professional engineering bodies. He holds fellowships in both the Indian Water Resources Society and the Indian Association of Hydrologists, further solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in the domain of water resource management. However, what makes his journey truly extraordinary is his parallel success as a globally recognized Author and Stock Market strategist.
Over the years, Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu has authored 22 ground-breaking books that span across mythological, national and international events, and highly technical stock market strategies. His works such as “The Portfolio of Mythological Events” and “The Portfolio of National & International Events” have received multiple prestigious literary awards, including the TRI Literary Award, Book Channel Literary Award, and the International Excellence Award by Exceller Books. These books are not only celebrated in India but have found readers in 13 countries including the United States, UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, Italy, and the Netherlands etc.
The bulk of his literary contributions, however, revolve around demystifying the stock market. His books like “The Kernel of Stock Market Investing,” “The Paradox of Put Call Ratio,” “Heiken Ashi Candles,” “Ichimoku Clouds,” “Expounding MACD,” and “Fibonacci Retracement & Golden Ratio” are considered must-reads for traders and investors alike. His deep understanding of financial indicators and strategies, coupled with his ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms, has made him an authority in the world of trading. These insights have earned him the prestigious Asia International Award for “Asia’s Best Writer for Stock Market”.
His achievements have been acknowledged by numerous National and International institutions. In 2024, he received the Rashtriya Gaurav Samman Award at New Delhi by the Ambedkar International Centre. The following year, 2025, turned out to be a golden chapter in his life as he was honored with a series of prestigious accolades including the Kalinga Gaurav Samman Award, International Icon Award, Honorary Doctorate Award by the Legendary Peace Award Council, Desh Ratna Award by Bharati Yuva Welfare Association, Global Apex Awards, International Grandeur Awards, Bharat Pratibha Samman Award, and a special felicitation at the Amar Utsav 2024 in Burla. Additionally, his second book has been nominated for the International Author Excellence Award in Dubai, the Mega Pen Star Award, and the Global Catalyst Award by the Khushal Foundation.
Today, Er. (Hon. Dr.) Sudhir Kumar Sahu stands as a beacon of knowledge, discipline, and versatility. His work at the Hirakud Dam, one of India’s most critical water infrastructures and aworld’s longest Earthen Dam; continues to impact lives, while his books are empowering a global community of investors and readers. His journey from a government Engineer in Odisha to a globally admired Author and award-winning intellect is nothing short of phenomenal.
For those inspired by his journey or interested in connecting, he can be reached at Qtr. No. C/8, Near PG Chowk, Burla, Dist – Sambalpur, Odisha, India, PIN – 768017. You may contact him directly via whatsApp at +91 99388 83353 or email at ssudhir1965@gmail.com.
In a world where specialization is often the norm, Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu proves that excellence knows no boundaries. Whether building dams or decoding stock charts, his legacy is one of passion, perseverance, and purpose — truly making him one of India’s most respected multi-disciplinary personalities today.
