Due to a Chinese "robotic dog" dispute, Galgotias University was ordered to leave their AI Impact Summit Expo booth
Galgotias University has reportedly been asked to immediately vacate its stall at a major AI summit expo after a controversy erupted over a robotic dog it showcased as part of its artificial intelligence and robotics display.
The dispute began after the university presented a robotic dog named “Orion” at the exhibition, describing it as part of its AI and robotics initiatives. Social media users, however, alleged that the device was not an in-house development but a commercially available China-made robotic platform, and accused the institution of misrepresenting imported technology as original innovation. Following the online backlash, organisers directed the university to vacate its stall, according to reports.
Responding to the controversy, Galgotias University issued an official clarification denying wrongdoing and expressing concern over what it called a “propaganda campaign” against the institution. In its statement, the university said the robotic programming work is part of its effort to help students learn AI development and deploy real-world skills using globally available tools and platforms.
The university said its focus remains on student learning, experimentation, and innovation through exposure to modern technologies. It added that negative publicity could harm student morale, especially for those actively working on AI and robotics projects.
In a separate press note, the university described ORION — expanded as Operational Robotic Intelligence Node — as a major attraction at its pavilion, saying the system performed live interactions with delegates and demonstrated applied robotics and intelligent systems integration.
The expo was inaugurated by Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Addressing attendees, the Prime Minister said India’s progress in artificial intelligence would contribute not only to national transformation but also to global advancement. Organisers said the summit drew participation from heads of state, ministers, and hundreds of global AI leaders, making it one of the largest AI gatherings hosted in the Global South.
