National Award Winning Operator

Advancing the spirit of Amateur Radio.

From providing life-saving communication during the Tsunami to activating rare IOTA groups across the Indian subcontinent. Meet VU2RS (Ex-VU3RSB).

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The Journey

Licensed in 1994, Rayaprolu Sarath Babu has dedicated his life to the intellectual and technical pursuit of Amateur Radio. Known globally for his DXpeditions and disaster relief work, Sarath has been a pillar of the Indian HAM community for over three decades.

500K+

QSO Contacts

200+

Countries (DXCC)

26

Years in VOIP Industry

In his professional career, Sarath has been a leader in the **VOIP Industry for the last 26 years**, holding various senior technical and strategic positions across multiple international locations.

Sarath Rayaprolu

Honors & Excellence

Recognized at the highest levels for contribution to radio science and humanitarian service.

National Award Winner

Rajiv Gandhi Award for Amateur Radio (Received twice: 1996 & 1997) for exceptional contributions to the hobby in India.

International Humanitarian Award

Earned in 2004 for leading critical emergency communications during the Andaman Islands disaster events.

Emergency Response

A history of serving the nation and the state of Andhra Pradesh during its most challenging times.

1999

Orissa Super Cyclone

Deployed emergency radio networks when all other communications failed.

2001

Gujarat Earthquake

Coordinated relief communication for search and rescue operations.

2004

Tsunami & AP Disasters

Provided critical support during the Tsunami and actively participated in numerous disaster relief operations across Andhra Pradesh.

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DX India Foundation

As a key founder and primary contact for the **DX India Foundation**, Sarath leads a mission centered on technical excellence and mentorship for the next generation of DXers.

Build high-performance **Contest Stations**.

Activating **rare IOTAs** across the region.

Leading major **Activation DXpeditions**.

**Encourage youth** to join Amateur Radio activities.

Conducting professional **Technical Seminars**.

Bringing youth along on IOTAs to **build skills**.

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Callsign Directory

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Global Connectivity

Build your network, follow expeditions, and manage your connections within the global DX community.

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IOTA World Hub

Highlighting significant Islands On The Air activations and DXpeditions across the globe.

AS-199
AU2RS
Nachugunta Island

Lead operation. Achieved DXCC (100+ countries) from this IOTA.

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AS-001
VU4NRO
Andaman Islands

2004 Legendary expedition that transformed into the Tsunami Emergency rescue net.

AS-011
VU7LD
Lakshadweep Islands

Major 2006 ARSI DXpedition - Part of the elite 23-operator team making 58,000+ contacts.

AS-075
XX9B
Macau, SAR China

2018 International DXpedition team member providing rare Macau contacts.

AS-179
AU2K
Kanika Island

Providing rare contacts from the East Coast.

AS-161
AU2V
Sacrifice Rock

Offshore activation from Kerala.

AS-153
AU2S
Pigeon Island

Netraani Island activation.

AS-178
AT2AH
Hope Island

Experimental deployment.

AS-169
AU2M
Arnala Island

Maharashtra region activation.

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Featured Activations

Establishing firsts and winning across the country.

First QO-100 Field Day

Pioneered the first QO-100 satellite Field Day in Goa, demonstrating advanced satellite communication capabilities.

Fox Hunt Prizes

Multiple-time winner of Fox Hunts across India, securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes in national competitions.

Global Leadership

IVLP Program (USA)

Invited by the United States Government under the International Visitor Leadership Program. Travelled across the USA to represent Indian Amateur Radio and study global standard disaster management protocols.

Get In Touch

Connect for radio technical advice, VOIP expertise, or DX opportunities.

Email

sara@vu2rs.com

Location

Hyderabad / Guntur, India

On Air

HF Bands / QO-100 Satellite

AS-199
AU2RS
Nachugunta Island

Lead operation. Achieved DXCC (100+ countries) from this IOTA.

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AS-001
VU4NRO
Andaman Islands

2004 Legendary expedition that transformed into the Tsunami Emergency rescue net.

AS-011
VU7LD
Lakshadweep Islands

Major 2006 ARSI DXpedition - Part of the elite 23-operator team making 58,000+ contacts.

AS-075
XX9B
Macau, SAR China

2018 International DXpedition team member providing rare Macau contacts.

AS-179
AU2K
Kanika Island

Providing rare contacts from the East Coast.

AS-161
AU2V
Sacrifice Rock

Offshore activation from Kerala.

AS-153
AU2S
Pigeon Island

Netraani Island activation.

AS-178
AT2AH
Hope Island

Experimental deployment.

AS-169
AU2M
Arnala Island

Maharashtra region activation.

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AS-011
AU7RS / VU7
Agatti Island, Lakshadweep

Major Feb 2026 expedition and satellite activation.

AS-001
VU4AN / VU4
Andaman Islands

Legendary expedition and Tsunami humanitarian service.

AS-177
AT9RS
Grandi, Goa

Special coastal activation.

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AS-001
VU4AN
Andaman Islands

Legendary expedition / Tsunami service.