Indian Railways has taken a big step into the future by deploying its first humanoid robot named ‘ASC ARJUN’ at Visakhapatnam Railway Station. This move aims to use advanced technology to make railway stations safer, more secure, and helpful for passengers.
What is ASC ARJUN?
ASC ARJUN is a robot built like a human. It has been completely designed and made in India, in Visakhapatnam itself, by a team that worked for over a year. It was officially introduced by senior railway officials, highlighting Indian Railways’ focus on home-grown innovation.
What Can This Robot Do?
The robot is designed to assist the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and help passengers. Its main jobs include:
- Safety & Surveillance: It can patrol the platforms all day and night. Using cameras and artificial intelligence (AI), it can recognize faces, monitor crowds, and immediately alert the RPF control room if it detects something suspicious, like an unwanted person or a big, unmanaged crowd.
- Emergency Help: It is equipped with sensors to detect fire or smoke early, allowing for a quicker response in case of an emergency.
- Passenger Guide: It can make automatic announcements in English, Hindi, and Telugu to guide passengers about trains, platforms, and safety rules.
- Friendly Interaction: The robot is made to be approachable. It can greet passengers with a ‘Namaste’ and salute RPF officers. Passengers can also use its touch-screen to get information.
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Why is This Important?
This is the first time such a robot is being used on the Indian Railways network. It shows how the organization is using new technology like AI and robotics to improve its services. The robot will work especially during busy hours, helping the existing staff and making surveillance more effective.
The Bigger Picture: India’s Growing AI Strength
This development comes at a time when India is being recognized globally for its progress in Artificial Intelligence. Recently, the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, praised India at the World Economic Forum. She said India is a “major player in AI” because of its strong digital infrastructure, skilled IT workers, and important economic reforms.
She mentioned that AI could boost the world’s economic growth, and fast-growing economies like India might benefit even more. Her comments support what Indian ministers have said-that India is among the top countries prepared for an AI-driven future.
Indian Railways is testing a friendly, made-in-India robot guard and helper at a busy station. This experiment is part of a larger national push where India is confidently using its own technology and talent to solve everyday problems and build a smarter, safer future for its citizens.
Source – PIB
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