Surat - Sangam Mishra, an electrical engineering student from Pandesara area in Surat, has developed a battery-operated shopping cart to help senior citizens navigate shopping malls with ease. The innovative cart is designed to eliminate the need for walking and carrying heavy items, addressing the challenges faced by elderly individuals with mobility issues or knee pain.
Mishra's inspiration came from witnessing a senior citizen struggling to push a shopping cart while having difficulty walking. This experience prompted him to devise a solution that would benefit not only senior citizens in shopping malls, but also those selling clothes, fruits, and vegetables on the road.
Before designing the cart, Mishra visited malls to gather details about the size and specifications of conventional shopping carts. His goal was to create a versatile cart that could be used in any shopping mall. The resulting design is fully customizable, battery-operated, and capable of lifting up to 200 kg.
The battery-operated shopping cart, which resembles a typical cart but functions like a small car, allows senior citizens to shop in comfort, sitting in the cart as it transports them around the mall. This groundbreaking invention aims to significantly improve the shopping experience for elderly individuals, making it more accessible and enjoyable.
