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Murthal Dhaba Deploys Remotely Operated Robot Waiter

The robot is used to attract customers by delivering food along a set route and creating a photo-friendly experience.

Overview

  • A video of the robot delivering samosas at Resham Dhaba in Murthal went viral on Monday, driving a spike in visitors and social-media photos.
  • Manager Sanjay Rana says the unit was developed by a team from Bengaluru and is operated remotely via a software chip and a handheld remote.
  • The robot travels a designated route with a tray on its top, has a fibre shell and LED 'eyes', and cannot yet carry liquids.
  • Once fully charged the dhaba says the robot runs for about two hours and a separate team is assigned to control it, with plans to add another robot soon.
  • Owners present the device and a small table-delivery toy train as a low-cost marketing move to stand out among Murthal’s many roadside dhabas and create an entertaining visit for families.