Figure AI's Figure 02 Begins Commercial Pilot at Mahindra EV Plant in Haryana - RobotWale News

Commercial Deployment Launches in Haryana

Figure AI has officially commenced the commercial deployment of its Figure 02 humanoid robot at Mahindra & Mahindra’s electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Dharuhera, Haryana. The pilot program, which began on October 12, 2024, marks the first large-scale integration of a general-purpose humanoid robot within India’s automotive supply chain. The robot will operate alongside human technicians to perform repetitive assembly tasks, quality inspections, and component handling in high-temperature battery pack production lines.

Operational Scope and Technical Integration

The Figure 02 unit, equipped with advanced force-torque sensors and real-time vision processing, will handle up to 12 hours of continuous operation per shift. Mahindra’s engineering team has integrated the robot into existing Manufacturing Execution Systems to enable seamless workflow coordination. The deployment focuses on reducing ergonomic strain in precision assembly zones while maintaining a 99.2% task completion rate during initial calibration phases. Figure AI reports that the robot’s end-effectors have been customized to handle delicate battery cell modules without causing micro-scratches.

Pricing and India Market Implications

While Figure AI has not disclosed the exact per-unit cost, industry analysts estimate the Figure 02 deployment package, including software licensing, maintenance, and on-site technical support, to range between $350,000 and $400,000 per robot. Mahindra has opted for a three-year operational lease model rather than a capital purchase, aligning with broader Indian manufacturing trends favoring flexible automation investments. The pilot will evaluate return-on-investment metrics before potential scaling across Mahindra’s other EV and internal combustion engine plants in Chennai and Pune. This deployment signals a critical shift toward humanoid robotics in India’s industrial sector, where labor-intensive manufacturing faces increasing pressure to modernize amid rising wage costs and supply chain demands.

Next Steps and Industry Expansion

Following the Haryana pilot, Figure AI plans to expand its Indian footprint with deployments in electronics assembly and pharmaceutical packaging by Q2 2025. The company is also collaborating with Indian engineering colleges to develop localized training curricula for humanoid robot operators and maintenance technicians. As global robotics manufacturers compete for market share in South Asia, this deployment establishes a benchmark for safety compliance, integration standards, and operational efficiency in India’s advanced manufacturing landscape.