Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu
Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu (born 9 October 1965) is an Indian engineer, author, and Additional Chief Engineer at Hirakud Dam, Odisha. With a career spanning over three decades, he has earned distinction in civil engineering and literary circles. Sahu is best known for his contributions to water resources management and for publishing more than twenty books, ranging from mythology to stock market studies. His recognition extends across India and internationally, reflecting his dual impact in engineering and finance literature.
Early Life and Education
Sudhir Kumar Sahu was born in Odisha to Sri Sarat Kumar Sahu and Smt. Jagyanseni Sahu. Details of his early education are limited in the public domain, but he trained as a civil engineer and later developed expertise in financial markets. His educational background provided the foundation for his career in engineering and for his later pursuits as a financial author.
Engineering Career
Sahu’s career has been closely associated with the Hirakud Dam, one of Asia’s largest multipurpose river valley projects. Rising to the rank of Additional Chief Engineer, he has overseen technical operations, system maintenance, and water resource management. His work emphasizes hydrology, civil structures, and geotechnical engineering.
He is a fellow of the Indian Water Resources Society (IWRS) and the Indian Association of Hydrologists (IAH). In addition, he holds memberships in several professional organizations, including:
- Indian Building Congress
- Indian Road Congress
- Indian Concrete Institute
- Institution of Engineers (India)
- Indian Geotechnical Society
- Indian Society of Remote Sensing
- Indian Institution of Bridge Engineers
- Indian Society of Structural Engineers
- International Association for Small Hydro
His affiliations highlight his wide engagement in engineering disciplines such as hydraulics, structures, geotechnics, and remote sensing.
Authorship and Publications
Parallel to engineering, Sahu has authored a significant body of literature. His first book, The Portfolio of Mythological Events, explored cultural and mythological narratives and won multiple awards, including the TRI Literary Award and the International Excellence Award. His second, The Portfolio of National & International Events, addressed global issues and also received international recognition.
Sahu then turned to financial writing, producing more than twenty works on stock market analysis. Topics include candlestick patterns, Bollinger Bands, Ichimoku clouds, Fibonacci retracement, stop-loss mechanisms, and derivatives strategies. Some notable titles are:
- Heiken Ashi Candles
- Ichimoku Clouds
- The Dissection of Bollinger Bands
- Expounding MACD
His books have been read in 13 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, and Spain. In recognition of his financial writing, he has been nominated for the Asia International Award for “Asia’s Best Writer in Stock Market” to be presented in Kochi in January 2026.
Awards and Recognition
Sahu has received numerous national and international honors, such as:
- Rashtriya Gaurav Samman (2024)
- Kalinga Gaurav Samman (2025)
- International Icon Award (2025)
- Desh Ratna Award (2025)
- Global Apex Award (2025)
- International Grandeur Award (2025)
- Bharat Pratibha Samman (2025)
- Nelson Mandela International Excellence Award (2025)
- Rabindra Ratna Puraskar (2025)
- Mahatma Gandhi National Award (2025)
He has also received recognition from World Book of Records, UN Book of World Record, USA Book of World Record, and London Book of World Record.
Social and Community Work
Beyond his professional roles, Sahu is active in over twenty welfare organizations, including the Rotary Club. His initiatives span education, cultural development, and community service.
Reception and Influence
Sahu’s contributions have been covered in magazines such as India Today, Forbes India Magazine, CEO Magazine, Icons of India Magazine, and Business Standard. His influence is recognized across engineering, literature, and finance.
Legacy
Through his dual contributions in civil engineering and authorship, Sahu has created a legacy that bridges infrastructure management and literary excellence. His technical role at Hirakud Dam and his extensive publications have earned him recognition both in India and abroad.
Selected Works
Er. Sudhir Kumar Sahu has authored a wide range of books that span mythology, world affairs, and stock market strategies. His selected works include:
- The Portfolio of Mythological Events – A literary exploration of cultural and mythological narratives, recipient of multiple literary awards.
- The Portfolio of National & International Events – A book analyzing national and international issues, combining literature with world affairs.
- The Kernel of Stock Market Investing – Focused on foundational principles of investing and market behavior.
- The Compilation of Options Strategy – A detailed guide on derivatives and trading techniques.
- The Precept of Stop Loss – Explores the role of stop-loss mechanisms in financial risk management.
- Ichimoku Clouds – A technical analysis book explaining the Ichimoku trading system.
- Heiken Ashi Candles – A specialized study on Heiken Ashi candlestick patterns for market analysis.
- The Dissection of Bollinger Bands – A comprehensive analysis of Bollinger Bands as a trading tool.
- Expounding MACD – An in-depth exploration of the MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) strategy in stock trading.