No barriers in the Globe by communication with HAM Radio

The Indian Red cross society –Disaster Management centre has tried a lot for getting in the information regarding disaster management and action plans followed globally.

The Indian Red Cross society – A.P State Branch Disaster Management Center HAM Radio Operator Fortunately frequency is match with Mr.Appaji Yalavarthi. (American CallSign: KB9ZFL)Indian CallSign: VU3YAP, who is one of the Indian living at Chicago(USA), The Indian Red Cross Society Disaster Management Center HAM Radio Operator discussion Through HAM Radio with Mr.Appaji. IRCS-DMC-HAM Radio Operator came to know that the information related to Disaster Management, which is available at Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Red Cross. HAM Radio Operator continually discussed about Disaster Management events by HAM Radio. Finally, IRCS-DMC-HAM Radio Operator could get the information on Disaster Management from American Red Cross. Mr. Appaji has sent the material consisting of Disaster Management brochures, Emergency Communications Response Vehicle, Sky Watcher Chart, A Preparedness Guide’s on Floods, Hurricanes, Thunderstorms, Tornadoes and Lightning Safety Information for Schools action plans, remedial actions at the time of Disasters to Indian Red cross Society Andhra Pradesh State Branch, Disaster Management Center Supported by American Red Cross received the material by United States postal service Airmail. More over, no single rupee has been spent to getting the information in the entire exercise. This is one of the case studies, we can get the information by discussion with Mr. Appaji by HAM Radio and it indicates that there are no barriers for communication by HAM Radio in the Globe.

No barriers in the Globe by communication with HAM Radio

The Indian Red cross society –Disaster Management centre has tried a lot for getting in the information regarding disaster management and action plans followed globally.

The Indian Red Cross society – A.P State Branch Disaster Management Center HAM Radio Operator Fortunately frequency is match with Mr.Appaji Yalavarthi. (American CallSign: KB9ZFL)Indian CallSign: VU3YAP, who is one of the Indian living at Chicago(USA), The Indian Red Cross Society Disaster Management Center HAM Radio Operator discussion Through HAM Radio with Mr.Appaji. IRCS-DMC-HAM Radio Operator came to know that the information related to Disaster Management, which is available at Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Red Cross. HAM Radio Operator continually discussed about Disaster Management events by HAM Radio. Finally, IRCS-DMC-HAM Radio Operator could get the information on Disaster Management from American Red Cross. Mr. Appaji has sent the material consisting of Disaster Management brochures, Emergency Communications Response Vehicle, Sky Watcher Chart, A Preparedness Guide’s on Floods, Hurricanes, Thunderstorms, Tornadoes and Lightning Safety Information for Schools action plans, remedial actions at the time of Disasters to Indian Red cross Society Andhra Pradesh State Branch, Disaster Management Center Supported by American Red Cross received the material by United States postal service Airmail. More over, no single rupee has been spent to getting the information in the entire exercise. This is one of the case studies, we can get the information by discussion with Mr. Appaji by HAM Radio and it indicates that there are no barriers for communication by HAM Radio in the Globe.

Amitabh Bachchan and Amateur Radio

One of India's most famous actors, 68 years old Amitabh Bachchan,expressed his interest to get back in to Amateur Radio (HAM Radio). He mentioned in his blog that while he returning to Mumbai, he had an interaction with the Flight captain, who is also an Amateur Radio operator. Amitabh Bachchan have a Amateur Radio License with the call sign VU2AMY.

Amitab Bachchan mentioned in blog "Yes I am a member and had become one soon after my ‘Coolie’ accident when I was in Delhi recuperating. I had attended classes privately and has also given an examination, received my identity and had become a recognized member. But time and circumstances never permitted me to pursue its activities and so I stopped operating it. Now, I am too far gone in another direction and forgotten all the training that I received, as also my ID to be operational again."

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A HAM IN RED CROSS

Hai! HAM’s

I am V.S.S.RamaKrishna Prasad Call sign VU3NYD want to share my feelings and aspiration to you on this special occasion.

Being a HAM and having voluntary spit I was attracted to participate in several events and disaster relief activities such as Gujarat Earthquake in 2001, many Cyclone relief activities in costal Andhra Pradesh, Government events like National games, Pushkarams, and Sensitizing programmers conducted by Andhra Pradesh Science and Technology. I have gained more experience.

In January 2009 the India Red Cross Society organization started its one year duration Disaster Management Center (DMC) project supported by American Red Cross. In that project I was selected as a HAM Radio Operators because of my experience and voluntary spirit. During my stay in Red Cross I have learned a lot through varies trainings like 1) Mental health and Psychosocial support in emergencies and Psychological first aid.2) Essentials of disaster management and community based first aid. 3) Sphere minimum standards and monitoring & evaluation. 4) WATSAN and Emergency communications. I was given various kinds of training and also, I was gave HAM Radio training to Red Cross staff and volunteers. We purchased and installed HAM Radio equipment for two stations, one is at Hyderabad and another one is at Vijayawada. I collected the data of active HAM’s across Andhra Pradesh and placed it in Red Cross data base. Some of the members from the above were enrolled as Red Cross members by me. For this I got merit certificate from Andhra Pradesh Governor.

There was a big flood occurred in Krishna River in the month of October 2009. Then immediately rushed to Vijayawada and started relief services involving all voluntary HAM’s along with Red Cross HAM’s under my leadership almost all HAM’s rendered their whole hearted services forgoing their personnel comforts also. The HAM’s job was commendable for that we received appreciation letters from State Secrecatary A.P. Red Cross and appreciation from National Red Cross teams also.

The one year project ended in December 2009. I have received Certificate of Appreciation from American Red Cross Indian delegation, Head of India office New Delhi. Even though the project ended I wish to work as a Red Cross volunteer. Because I was influenced and inspired by the seven fundamental principles of the Red Cross, they are Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality.

This is my sincere appeal to all HAM’s to draw inspiration from me and enroll yourselves in Red Cross and render your voluntary support.