Watapora, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, boasts of producing many distinguished personalities, but one individual stands out with a nickname that encapsulates his creative brilliance – “Newton.”
Mohammad Ismail Mir is a 63-year-old self-taught electrician and engineer, who has been captivating the valley with his remarkable innovations across various fields for over six decades.
Despite being a school dropout, Ismail’s thirst for knowledge and curiosity knew no bounds. He earned the moniker “Newton” from his school teacher due to his keen interest in debating and discussing Newton’s laws. This title became synonymous with his relentless pursuit of understanding the world through the lens of science and creativity.(ANI)