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Navratri 2026: Humanoid robot to dance with humans in Garba ground in traditional attire
- •A unique blend of technology and tradition is being witnessed during Navratri in Gujarat as a humanoid robot joins people to perform Garba on the grounds.
- •Brought by Pinal Barot from Surat, the robot stands 4.3 feet tall, weighs around 35 kg, and is operated using remote control and artificial intelligence technology.
- •The robot can perform various human-like activities such as shaking hands, welcoming guests, conversing, and dancing continuously for 2 to 3 hours at normal temperature.
- •The estimated price of this humanoid robot is between 35 to 45 lakh rupees, with a daily rental charge of around 1 lakh rupees for events.
- •Bookings for all 9 days of Navratri are completely full, and advance bookings for the next year have also been claimed.
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The humanoid robot stands about 4.3 feet (132 cm) tall, weighs around 35 kg, and is fully foldable. It is operated via remote control and AI, functioning continuously for 2 to 3 hours at normal temperatures. Renting the robot for a single event costs around Rs 1 lakh, while its estimated purchase price ranges between ₹35 to ₹45 lakh.
Pinal Barot from Surat introduced the humanoid robot to the Garba grounds, where it dances alongside people wearing traditional attire. Bookings for the robot during all nine days of the Navratri festival, as well as advance bookings for the following year, are fully booked.
Beyond Navratri celebrations, the humanoid robot is in high demand for weddings, corporate events, and school programs. It is utilized for various tasks, including welcoming guests at weddings and performing dance routines on stage.
