Charminar Net 7080 kHz, the Oldest HF Amateur Radio Net From India! Live Stream Trial With Easy BITX

Charminar Net 7080 kHz, the Oldest HF Amateur Radio Net From India! Live Stream Trial With Easy BITX. I have nostalgic memories of Charminar Net as it was the only HF Net accessible to me way back in 1985! When I started checking in, the Net Control was VU2PPN from Vizag. Later VU2HSM started off and is continuing till date! Today’s live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/live/AsJj64GeZj4

October 1986 issue of QTC (From Sweden, translated by Google: Orignal version on page 33 of https://www.aef.se/Amatortidningar/QTC/QTC_1984-1987/qtc_1986_10.pdf): Article details a dramatic situation where a yacht, the Yathi, found itself in distress. The crew was facing critical shortages of basic necessities, including water and food, and required medical assistance. During this emergency, VU2RBI played a pivotal role in establishing communication. Recognizing the severity of the situation and the need for continuous coordination, VU2RBI requested VU2PPN to assume the responsibilities of Net Control Station.

VU2PPN took charge of the frequency, managing the critical communication flow for an intense 48-hour period. His efforts ensured a clear channel was maintained while the Indian Navy organized and executed the rescue operation to assist the stranded yacht.