Humanoid deployed at Vizag rly station for better surveillance

Visakhapatnam: The deployment of humanoid robot ASC Arjun at the Waltair Railway Station to ensure better passenger safety, security and service delivery under the aegis of Railway Protection Force (RPF) has generated tremendous curiosity among the commuters.

The robot was unveiled by the Inspector General (RPF) Alok Bohra and Divisional Railway Manager Lalit Bohra in presence of Senior Divisional Security Commandant (RPF) AK Dubey at the railway station. The robot, deployed as part of the RPF’s modernization and digital transformation initiatives, is designed to supplement various railway operations, particularly in the areas of security, passenger assistance, crowd management, cleanliness monitoring and safety awareness. The robot has been entirely designed and developed in Visakhapatnam, incorporating state-of-the-art technology through indigenous innovation. DRM Bohra said that the ASC Arjun is equipped with advanced AI, IoT connectivity and real-time monitoring capabilities, enabling it to act as a smart assistant for RPF personnel and passengers alike. He gave the elaborate working of the robot and its capabilities.

The robot can identify intruders using Face Recognition System (FRS) and instantly alert RPF personnel through IoT-enabled alerts, ensuring rapid response and reduced detection time.

AI-based passenger density analysis helps in preventing congestion and enables proactive crowd control measures during peak hours. The robot will send messages to the control and alert the security personnel for quick response.