New Delhi, Feb 26 – India’s first-ever 24-hour ham radio learning marathon, EtherNite, successfully concluded in West Bengal, bringing together 155 amateur radio enthusiasts to explore and enhance their communication skills. Held in Uttarpara on February 22-23, the event focused on strengthening India’s amateur radio community and promoting technical innovation.
Organized by OSCAR India, EtherNite featured an array of interactive workshops, live demonstrations, and expert-led sessions covering critical aspects of ham radio operations. Participants engaged in antenna design, signal optimization, emergency communication, digital modes, and field operations.
A significant highlight of the event was the installation of three high-frequency (HF) radio stations, with a dedicated Young Ladies (YLs) team from OSCAR India managing one of them independently. This initiative provided hands-on experience to young learners, allowing them to operate equipment and interact with seasoned ham radio operators.
From the small town of Uttarpara, participants successfully established global radio connections, communicating with operators in the United States, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and beyond.
“This achievement not only highlights the technical prowess of the participants but also underscores EtherNite’s role in fostering international collaboration and showcasing India’s growing expertise in amateur radio,” said Nilkantha Chatterjee, Convener of OSCAR India.
With its success, EtherNite has set a new benchmark in the Indian amateur radio community, inspiring future learning marathons and strengthening global engagement through ham radio technology.
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