AstraBots Unveils Yantra-1 Commercial Humanoid Robot for Indian Manufacturing - RobotWale News

Yantra-1 Launches in Bangalore

On October 12, 2024, Bangalore-based robotics startup AstraBots officially unveiled Yantra-1, its first commercial humanoid robot designed specifically for Indian manufacturing and warehouse logistics. The launch took place during the Bangalore Robotics Week, where the company demonstrated the robot’s ability to navigate complex factory floors, handle 20-kilogram payloads, and operate for up to 8 hours on a single charge.

Indigenous Design and Pricing

Yantra-1 stands at 170 centimeters tall and features a fully articulated 28-degree-of-freedom actuation system. AstraBots emphasized that 85 percent of the components, including custom actuators, sensors, and the onboard AI compute module, are manufactured domestically. This localization strategy directly addresses India’s push for self-reliance in advanced robotics under the Production Linked Incentive scheme. The base model is priced at INR 18 lakhs, positioning it as a cost-effective alternative to imported humanoid systems that typically exceed INR 40 lakhs in the Indian market.

Industry Adoption and Deployment

Initial deployment partners include three mid-sized automotive component manufacturers in Tamil Nadu and a major e-commerce fulfillment center in Maharashtra. AstraBots plans to offer Yantra-1 through a subscription model starting at INR 85,000 per month, which includes maintenance, software updates, and remote monitoring. The company also announced a pilot program with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to integrate Yantra-1 into vocational training centers across Kerala and Gujarat.

Technical Specifications and AI Capabilities

Powered by a proprietary vision-language-action model, Yantra-1 can interpret natural language commands and adapt to unstructured environments without pre-mapped waypoints. The robot utilizes a hybrid power architecture combining a 48V lithium-phosphate battery pack with regenerative braking systems. Safety features include force-limiting joints, thermal monitoring, and emergency stop protocols compliant with Indian electrical safety standards. AstraBots intends to begin serial production in Q2 2025, with export targets set for Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

Market Context and Future Roadmap

The launch comes as India’s humanoid robot sector experiences accelerated growth, driven by labor shortages in discrete manufacturing and rising automation demands. Industry analysts project the domestic humanoid market will surpass INR 2,500 crores by 2028. AstraBots has secured INR 120 crores in Series B funding to scale production lines and expand its software stack. The company will also open a dedicated testing facility in Pune next month to validate Yantra-1 under extreme thermal and humidity conditions common across the subcontinent.