Venue: Sister Nivedita University, Kolkata | Dates: 14th - 15th December 2024
103 years of HAM Radio in India: Past and Future
| Sl. No | Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | 8:30 AM | Registration | Registration desk opens; participants are welcomed for registration. |
| - | 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM | Breakfast | As Soon As Breakfast will over join us on Auditorium. |
| 1 | 09:50 AM – 11:10 AM | Inaugural Session |
Traditional tree watering ritual and felicitation of dignitaries.
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| 2 | 11:00 AM – 11:20 AM | Digital Revolution and Emerging Trends in HAM Radio | Steve Chafe, AC6FM, USA |
| 3 | 11:25 AM – 11:45 AM | Mastering HF and VHF Antenna Fundamentals: Choosing the Right Antenna | Er. Vishal CK Gupta, VU2SZT, Mentor OSCAR INDIA |
| 4 | 11:50 AM – 12:00 PM | Relevance of HAM Radio: NDMA’s Perspective | Col Dheeraj Chandola (Retd), Sr. Consultant (IT), NDMA |
| 5 | 12:05 PM – 12:25 PM | Lightning: How Can Radio Spectrum be Affected | Col. Prof. Sanjay Srivastava, SWL |
| 6 | 12:30 PM – 12:50 PM | Cybersecurity and Securing Digital Communications in HAM Radio | Ria Jairam, N2RJ, Member of ARDC, New York, USA |
| 7 | 12:55 PM – 01:15 PM | Role of Radio in Communication | Dr. (Prof.) Minal Pareek, Dean, Sister Nivedita University |
| - | 1:15 PM – 02:00 PM | Lunch | Sumptuous lunch break for all participants. |
| 8 | 2:15 PM – 02:45 PM | QSD for SDR: Processing Signals in DSP for SDR Radios | Shri. Somnath Dey, VU3FBT |
| 9 | 2:50 PM – 03:10 PM | Radio Communication in Meteorology: Enhancing Weather Forecasting | Dr. H. R. Biswas, Scientist F, IMD |
| 10 | 3:15 PM – 04:00 PM | Panel Discussion: The Future of Ham Radio in India & Telecommunication Rules 2024 | Shri R C Malik, Pravin Valera, Rajani Mohan, Nil Chatterjee, Brig. Jaideep Chanda |
| 11 | 04:15 PM – 04:30 PM | Closing Remarks & Bid Submission Announcement for HFI25 | Closing remarks and session recap for Day 1. |
| Sl. No | Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | 8:30 AM | Registration | Registration desk opens; participants are welcomed for registration. |
| - | 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM | Breakfast | Participants are encouraged to join the session in the auditorium after breakfast. |
| 1 | 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Inaugural Session & Felicitation |
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| 2 | 10:35 AM – 10:50 AM | Surfing the Solar Flux: HAM Radio's Cosmic Advantage | Steve Chafe, AC6FM, USA |
| 3 | 10:55 AM – 11:15 AM | Future of HAM Radio in India | Brigadier Jaideep Chanda, VU2YYE, Mentor and Advisor, OSCAR INDIA Forum |
| 4 | 11:20 PM – 11:40 PM | Save Life: Lightning Resilient India Campaign | Col. Sanjay Srivastava, Chairman, CROPC |
| 5 | 11:40 PM – 11:55 PM | IoT Security | Ria Jairam, N2RJ |
| 6 | 12:00 PM – 12:15 PM | Nagaland Success stories : HAM Radio as alternative Communcation | Sh. Rendemo Shitio, Assistant Manager, Response & Communication, Nagaland SDMA |
| 7 | 12:20 PM – 12:45 PM | Installing Permanent Amateur Radio Station within District Emergency Operations Center | Dr. Kailash Gupta, VU2KIZ & KG6SQR, PhD (UNT, USA), MBA (IIM, Ahm.), BE (Elec. MNIT, Jaipur) |
| 8 | 12:45 AM – 01:15 PM | Club News & Innovations & Felicitations | Updates and achievements shared by various HAM clubs. |
| 9 | 01:15 PM – 01:35 PM | HFI25 Announcement | Announcement for the next HAMFEST INDIA by organizers. |
| 10 | 01:35PM – 02:00 PM | Closing Remarks | Summary of Day 2 sessions and concluding remarks by the organizers. |
| Sl. No | Date / Time | Workshop | Description | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14th December 2024 (Day 1) 12:00 PM – 01:15 PM |
Antenna Building Facilitator: Indraneel Chaudhuri (VU3OQS) |
Learn to build antennas from scratch using simple materials for HF and VHF. Step-by-step guidance to build a functional antenna, focusing on practical antenna theory and optimization. | - Basics of antenna design (dipoles, Yagi, loops). - Hands-on antenna building. - Material selection for durability. - Live demonstrations and troubleshooting. - Take home a mini DIY antenna! |
| 2 | 14th December 2024 (Day 1) 2:30 PM – 03:00 PM |
Cable Soldering Facilitator: Meguokielie Metha (VU3GZS, Nagaland SDMA) |
Hands-on practice on soldering coaxial cables and connectors, focusing on proper techniques to ensure strong, reliable connections for signal integrity. | - Coaxial cable types and applications. - Techniques for stripping, tinning, and soldering. - Assembling PL-259 and N-type connectors. - Troubleshooting common cable issues. - Weatherproofing cable connections. |
| 3 | 15th December 2024 (Day 2) 11:00 PM – 12:15 PM |
Antenna Analysis Using Analyzer Facilitator: Pritam Sarkar (VU3IZV, Member OSCAR INDIA) |
Practical session on analyzing antenna performance with modern analyzers. Learn to evaluate and optimize antennas for best signal strength. | - Introduction to antenna analyzers and their features. - Understanding SWR, impedance, and resonant frequencies. - Live antenna tuning exercises. - Diagnosing and fixing antenna problems. - Tips for maximizing antenna performance. |
| 3 | 15th December 2024 (Day 2) 12:00 PM – 01:15 PM |
NDRF Rope Rescue Drill |
Practical demonstration and hands-on session on rope rescue techniques by NDRF experts. Learn crucial skills for disaster response. |
- Introduction to rope rescue operations and equipment. - Techniques for safe climbing, descending, and victim recovery. - Live demonstration of rope rescue in challenging scenarios. - Hands-on practice with guidance from NDRF professionals. - Importance of rope rescue in disaster management and emergency situations. |
Please note that the schedule for HAMFEST INDIA 2024 is subject to change without prior notice.
The organizers reserve the right to make adjustments to the timetable as per convenience and unforeseen circumstances. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.