Engineer or Author – Should He Even Be Talking About the Stock Market?

Burla, India – In a world where professional silos are rigid and unforgiving, one man is breaking boundaries—and sparking debate. Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu, a Civil Engineer by profession and Additional Chief Engineer at the Iconic Hirakud Dam (the Longest Earthen Dam in the world), is also making waves as an International Author on stock market strategies. His journey is not just impressive—it’s challenging the very idea of who should be allowed to guide public opinion on finance.

The controversy begins with his background. How can someone with 30 years of experience in Engineering, not Finance, write 20 books on stock markets that are now published on Amazon.com and Amazon.in, and read across 13 countries?

But as critics continue to question his credentials, his readers continue to grow.

“I never claimed to be a trader. I’m a disciplined Engineer who applies logic and risk management to everything I do—including my investments,” says Er. Sahu. “And that’s what I share in my books: discipline over emotion.”

The Indian financial authorship space, largely dominated by MBA grads and self-proclaimed market gurus, aren’t too welcoming to Engineers crossing over. Yet Er. Sahu's no-nonsense approach—focused on risk management, trailing Stop Loss, and cutting losses early—has created a niche following. Especially among India’s youth, his words resonate as authentic and deeply practical.

"Should he talk about finance?" becomes a redundant question when you consider his growing accolades. With honors like Rashtriya Gaurav Samman, Desh Ratna Award, and the International Icon Award etc., he’s been recognized not only for engineering contributions but also for his thought leadership in finance. He's also a life member of over 15 professional engineering organizations, signaling an unwavering commitment to analytical rigor.

Supporters argue that the very fact he’s not a full-time market player makes his insights more grounded. “He’s not trying to sell dreams—he’s giving tools to manage risk,” says one reader from the UK.

What’s more, his books, available in digital and print formats through Amazon.com, are appreciated in global markets like the US, UK, Germany, Japan, and Canada etc. It’s an undeniable fact: his voice is being heard, and it’s helping reshape how young Indians view financial literacy.

Whether the industry likes it or not, Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu is here to stay. And if you’re looking for a voice that balances engineering logic with market wisdom, you might just want to give his controversial insights a chance.

Don’t take anyone’s word for it. Read the books. Do your own research. Avoid tips. Because when it comes to your money, responsibility starts with you.