Ruckus over Chinese robotic dog, Rahul Gandhi cornered the government and said, is this self-reliant India?

News India Live, Digital Desk: The performance of a Chinese robotic dog has become a topic of discussion in the ‘AI Impact Summit’ organized at Galgotias University, Greater Noida. The use of Chinese technology in the presence of Union Ministers and NITI Aayog officials in this summit has given the opposition an opportunity to attack. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called it a mess with the country’s security and the ‘Make in India’ campaign. What is the whole controversy? During the summit, a video went viral on social media, in which a robotic dog was seen performing. Chinese Connection: Investigation and discussions revealed that this robotic dog is manufactured by a famous Chinese tech company. Rahul Gandhi’s attack: While sharing the video on social media, Rahul Gandhi questioned that when the government gives the slogan of ‘Self-reliant India’, So why are Chinese robots being promoted in government programs and major universities? Questions on security: The opposition argues that the use of Chinese equipment in the field of AI and robotics can be dangerous in terms of data security. Government and University’s Side There is currently no detailed official statement from Galgotias University or the concerned ministries on this controversy, but according to sources: Technical demonstration: The purpose of the program was only to showcase the cutting-edge AI technology, and not to promote the product of any particular country. Dena. Innovation Summit: Many Indian startups also showcased their indigenous robots at the summit, but the controversy started only over one particular product. Robotic Dog: Technology or Threat? Robotic dogs are being used across the world today for surveillance, disaster management and logistics. India’s position: India is also working on indigenous robotic systems like ‘Commando Dog’. Root of controversy: Amidst India-China border dispute, government and semi-government forums But showcasing Chinese technology becomes a politically sensitive issue.