China deploys 'robot employees' in Beijing to patrol city parks, curb inappropriate behaviour

Economic Times TechAugust 5, 2026en

Beijing has deployed seventy-two robot employees in its municipal parks this summer. These robots perform cleaning, patrolling, and visitor guidance duties across the city. Intelligent tour-guide robots answer questions and remind visitors about park rules. Specialised robots also attract and trap mosquitoes, reducing insect density in selected areas. This initiative aligns with China's national "Robot Plus" strategy for public services.

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