What Is The China-Made Robot That Got Galgotias University Thrown Out Of The AI Summit? Explained

• Galgotias University stall removed from India AI Impact Summit after robot row
• Controversy erupted over a Chinese-made robotic dog displayed as in-house innovation
• The device in question is Unitree Go2, a commercially available AI-powered robot

A controversy at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi has drawn attention to a Chinese-made robotic dog after Galgotias University was asked to vacate its stall.

The action followed viral videos showing the institution presenting the robot as an internally developed innovation, which was later identified as a commercially available machine manufactured in China.

#WATCH | Delhi | Galgotias University staff and officials vacate their stall at India AI Impact Summit expo, following row over display of Chinese-made robodog.

As per sources, the govt had asked Galgotias University to vacate the stall at the expo. pic.twitter.com/cqN5vBcgcN

— ANI (@ANI) February 18, 2026

What Is The Chinese Robot At The Centre Of Row?

The robot that triggered the controversy is the Unitree Go2, an advanced quadruped robotic dog developed by Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics. It is not a prototype or experimental machine but a ready-to-buy commercial robot sold globally, including in India.

At the summit, the robot was reportedly showcased under a different name and described as a product developed by the university's Centre of Excellence. However, online users quickly identified it as the Unitree Go2 after videos from the event went viral.

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चीन मेड AI रोबोट को इंडिया मेड बताने पर गलगोटिया ने इंटरनेशनल लेवल पर बेइज्जती करवाई है। https://t.co/s5xPGkuKmC pic.twitter.com/KKKaLppPBk

— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) February 18, 2026

Features Of Unitree Go2 Robot

The Unitree Go2 is part of a new generation of AI-powered robotic dogs designed for research, surveillance, inspection and educational use. It is equipped with multiple sensors and intelligent navigation capabilities.

Key features of the Unitree Go2:

• AI-powered navigation with obstacle detection and mapping
• High-speed mobility and ability to climb stairs or rough terrain
• Remote control and autonomous movement modes
• Cameras and sensors for surveillance and inspection tasks
• Used globally for robotics research, security and automation

The robot can move autonomously, follow commands, avoid obstacles and even perform basic surveillance tasks. Some variants are equipped with advanced cameras and mapping systems that allow real-time monitoring and data collection.

Price And Availability In India

The Unitree Go2 is a commercially sold device and is available through global distributors and online platforms. In India, the robot typically costs between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 5 lakh depending on configuration and features.

Because it is a ready-made product, tech experts and social media users questioned claims that it was developed as an original innovation at the summit. This led to widespread criticism and eventually the removal of the university's stall from the exhibition area.

Why The Issue Became Controversial?

The controversy was not about the robot itself but about how it was presented. After videos surfaced showing representatives describing the robotic dog as an in-house development, users identified it as a widely sold Chinese product and accused the institution of misrepresentation.

I feel bad for "professor" Neha Singh. It was the Galgotias university which made itself look like a fool at a global stage, but it will be Neha Singh who will take the fall. She will be made the scapegoat by the University. https://t.co/kCppBauKsV pic.twitter.com/qEPwpDqnqe

— Piyush Rai (@Benarasiyaa) February 18, 2026

Here's how the university responds:

#WATCH | Delhi | On row over Galgotias Universitys display of a Chinese-made robot dog at AI Impact Summit, the universitys communications professor, Neha, says,"By one misinterpretation, the internet has gone by storm. It might be that I could not convey well what I had wanted… pic.twitter.com/U6dqbBKLXO

— ANI (@ANI) February 18, 2026

VIDEO | Delhi: Professor Neha Singh of Galgotias University responds to reports of the university being asked to vacate its stall at the AI Summit Expo, says, “The controversy happened because things may not have been expressed clearly. I take accountability that perhaps I did… pic.twitter.com/z5lOIzmDz1

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 18, 2026

The incident has since sparked debate around transparency and originality in technology showcases, especially at major AI and innovation events where institutions present research and prototypes.