India has introduced the world’s first autonomous electric rickshaw, a vehicle designed to operate without a driver using advanced AI-based autonomy technology. It has been developed by an Indian EV company, Omega Seiki Mobility.
This electric rickshaw is called Swayamgati, and it combines AI and clean energy to make short-distance travel more efficient and sustainable. It can cover up to 120 kilometers on a single battery charge, offering a quiet, zero-emission alternative to traditional fuel-powered rickshaws.
It runs on a 10.3 kWh battery, and the AI-based autonomy setup uses LiDAR, GPS, multi-sensor navigation, and obstacle detection with a range of up to six meters, ensuring safe and precise movement even in crowded areas.
The autonomous rickshaw is equipped with systems that allow it to navigate safely through busy or confined areas, making it ideal for use in airports, industrial parks, smart campuses, and high-traffic urban zones. It can also be operated manually if needed.
During Phase 1 testing, the rickshaw successfully completed a 3-kilometer route with seven stops entirely without human intervention.
The vehicle’s starting price is around Rs. 400,000 in India, which converts to PKR 1.26 million, while the cargo variant costs approximately Rs. 415,000 (around PKR 1.31 million).
As of now, there is no public confirmation that the autonomous electric rickshaw (Swayamgati) is slated for an international launch, meaning a Pakistan launch is highly unlikely.