Indian Investment Banker Receives ‘Einstein Visa’ for Exceptional Crossword Puzzle Skills
Mangesh Ghogre, an investment banker from Navi Mumbai, India, has been granted the highly coveted ‘Einstein Visa’ for his exceptional talent in constructing crossword puzzles. The Einstein Visa, technically known as the Employment-Based Immigration (EB-1) visa, is awarded to individuals who can demonstrate extraordinary ability in various fields such as science, arts, education, business, or athletics.
Ghogre, with his niche talent for creating captivating crossword puzzles, has gained recognition globally. His puzzles have been featured in renowned newspapers including the New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. Recently, he made headlines for his collaboration with crossword wunderkind Brendan Emmett Quigley on a crossword puzzle themed around the iconic Taj Mahal.
Originally intended for release on India’s Independence Day, August 15th, the crossword puzzle was rescheduled to the 16th due to its challenging nature. The puzzle, featured in the New York Times, pays tribute to the Taj Mahal, one of India’s most celebrated monuments. The crossword cleverly reveals the name TAJ MAHAL within the contours of an onion dome, with shaded sections resembling the front of the building. Adjacent to this representation, two of the four minarets spell out ONION DOME and SHAH JAHAN.
Quigley, in an interview with Forbes India, hailed the power of crosswords to bring people together and provide a unique perspective on the world. He stated, Whether it’s an opportunity to learn something (in the case of our Taj Mahal puzzle) or play with the English language (in our July 4th puzzle), crosswords have always brought people together and are a way to think about the world in a different light.
Ghogre’s achievement is noteworthy not only for his crossword puzzle skills but also because it is rare for an Indian to be featured in the prestigious New York Times crossword column. This is not the first time Ghogre has paid tribute to his Indian heritage through his crosswords; he previously created a puzzle in honor of Mahatma Gandhi.
The ‘Einstein Visa’ has opened up new opportunities for Ghogre, allowing him to pursue his passion for constructing crosswords on a global scale. While many applicants face disappointment as their visas are rejected, Ghogre’s exceptional talent has earned him extraordinary recognition. His work showcases the power of crosswords to educate, entertain, and bring people together across cultural boundaries.
In conclusion, Mangesh Ghogre’s exceptional crossword puzzle skills have garnered him the prestigious ‘Einstein Visa.’ His puzzles have captivated audiences worldwide and have been featured in renowned publications. With this unique talent, Ghogre continues to celebrate Indian culture through his crossword creations, leaving a lasting impact on the world of puzzles and beyond.
