HAM RADIO:
HAM radio is a popular term for amateur radio, derived from “HAM” as an informal name for an amateur radio operator.

HAM IN RADIO OPERATION :
HAM radio uses the radio frequency spectrum for purposes of non-commercial exchange of messages. Ex:wireless experimentation, contesting, and emergency communication.

HAM Radio operators in Thiruvananthapuram to join fight against COVID-19:
Amateur HAM radio operators in the state capital have joined the fight against Covid-19 pandemic.
Around eight teams have been formed and deployed at various taluk offices, district medical office, ambulance desk and DISHA desk.

EFFORTS THEY MADE:
More than 20 HAM radio operators are working from morning to night. By doing so, they provide speedy communication between departments.

BENEFITS OF HAM RADIO ROLE:
If any of the people is in emergency medical care or need, by using of HAM radio operating technology, immediately they informed the respective taluk office and the ambulance desk, and they provide help on time.

It is used for instant communication to share all important information through ham radio without any delay.

FUTURE OF HAM RADIO:

Increasing use of packet-radio techniques. Expanded use of home computers in Amateur Radio communications.