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Melikgazi Municipality AI robot deployment

Overview

In October 2026, the Melikgazi Municipality in Kayseri, Turkey, introduced the humanoid robot MEGA during a public showcase and Teknofest awards ceremony. Mayor Mustafa Palancıoğlu expressed a vision for the region to become a hub for artificial intelligence and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Following a period of training, the municipality deployed MEGA to assist municipal police in inspecting the Melikgazi Bazaar. The robot uses AI-supported hardware to monitor hygiene standards, product shelf life, and pricing accuracy by comparing shelf labels with checkout prices in real-time. Mayor Palancıoğlu indicated that while the robot is currently focused on market oversight, future applications may include security, cleaning services, and disaster management.

Entities

Melikgazi Municipality · Kayseri · Mustafa Palancıoğlu · MEGA · Sedat Sırrı Arısoy

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Melikgazi Municipality deploys AI robot MEGA for market inspections

    Melikgazi Municipality in Kayseri has introduced MEGA, an AI-powered humanoid robot, to assist municipal police in inspecting local businesses for pricing accuracy and hygiene standards.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Kayseri hosts humanoid robot Mega showcase and Teknofest awards

    The humanoid robot Mega was presented to the public in Kayseri during a Melikgazi Municipality event that also honored Teknofest award winners and highlighted local technology investments.

Sources

onedio.com · turkgun.com