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Humanoid robot at Visakhapatnam railway station: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has introduced a humanoid robot “ASC ARJUN” at Visakhapatnam Railway Station. According to the national transporter, this is a first-of-its-kind initiative in Indian Railways. The move is a step towards using advanced technology to improve passenger safety, security and service delivery.
‘ASC Arjun’ at Visakhapatnam station
The humanoid robot ‘ASC ARJUN’ has been deployed at Visakhapatnam railway station as part of the RPF’s modernization and digital transformation initiatives. It has been designed to supplement various railway operations, particularly in the areas of security, passenger assistance, crowd management, cleanliness monitoring and safety awareness.
According to ECoR, the robot has been entirely designed and developed in Visakhapatnam, incorporating state-of-the-art technology through indigenous innovation. The team has been worked for more than one year for the development of this advanced technology, it said.
Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More
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