Humanoid robot grooves at Ujjain sandwich shop inauguration, people cheer it on

A humanoid robot joined a sandwich shop inauguration in Ujjain, taking part in the puja, ribbon-cutting and a dance performance. The video drew online attention for blending a traditional ceremony with a futuristic display, prompting both jokes and unease about automation.Humanoid robot grooves at Ujjain sandwich shop inauguration, people cheer it on (Photos: @NilayPhotos/X)A sandwich shop inauguration in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain had a distinctly futuristic touch when a humanoid robot joined the ceremony, taking part in the puja, ribbon-cutting and even breaking into a dance for the crowd.The now-viral video was shared on X by user Nilay, showing the humanoid robot, supplied by Indore-based Bidyut Innovation, making an appearance at the opening of the new sandwich shop.The inauguration appeared to follow a mix of traditional ceremony and modern spectacle. The robot was dressed with orange scarves and was seen standing on a red carpet as people gathered around to watch and record the unusual guest.At one point, the humanoid robot participated in the inauguration rituals, appearing alongside those conducting the traditional puja before the ribbon-cutting ceremony. It then interacted with the crowd, moving around the venue and waving as spectators watched from close by. The robot also broke into a series of dance moves, garnering considerable attention from the people gathered at the shop. Several spectators could be seen holding up their phones to capture the performance, while armed security personnel and others stood around the area.Watch the video here: The unusual combination of a traditional shop inauguration, a humanoid robot and a lively public performance quickly caught attention online, with viewers divided between amusement and concern over the growing use of robots.Some users joked that robots could eventually replace waiters and cooks, raising concerns about humans making themselves redundant as automation advances. Others were simply entertained by the robot’s dance moves, with one viewer joking that it danced better than many people they knew.Another comparison was drawn with China’s growing humanoid-robot technology, with a user contrasting the sophisticated demonstrations seen there with the robot’s more theatrical appearance at the Ujjain inauguration.- EndsPublished By: Yashna TalwarPublished On: Aug 24, 2026 13:22 IST