Update December 9, 2025: Meet the Team:

1. Sarath VU2RS (India) - Team Leader
2. Adersh VU24DX (India)
3. Anil VU3DXA (India)
4. Girish VU3GDS (India)
5. Renju VU29AR (India)
6. Nodir EY8MM (Tajikistan)
7. Axel DL6KVA (Germany)
8. Hrane YT1AD (Serbia)
9. Serge R7KW (Russia)
10. Gerhard DJ5IW (Germany)
11. Keith VE7KW (Canada)

We Need Your Support!

We are facing a significant funds shortfall and urgently need support to procure necessary items for the expedition. We request everyone’s support to help us cover these costs. There are significant expenses, including accommodation, equipment transport, and import costs. Additionally, we will need to keep the station’s generators running for 13 days. Every dollar you contribute will greatly help the team during the preparation phase.

How to Support:

You can support the VU7 DXpedition by making a donation via PayPal to info@sreetek.com. Your contribution will help the team cover costs and make this expedition a success.

Benefits of Donating:

- We will mention you on our website and social media
- You will receive a special QSL card
- You will be acknowledged in our expedition report, which will feature photos and videos

QSL Information:

Our QSL Manager is Charles, M0OXO. Online request for OQRS will be uploaded after the expedition.

Thank you for your support! ¹ ²

Sarath, VU2RS

Update December 7, 2025:  QSL via M0OXO's OQRS.

Update November 29, 2025:  We are delighted to announce that the VU7 expedition has been assigned the callsign AU7RS by the Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing (WPC), Ministry of Communications, Government of India. This marks a significant milestone in the history of amateur radio in India, as it is the first time a VU7 callsign has been issued with the AU series.

The VU7 expedition, a multinational project, aims to activate the Lakshadweep Islands, a remote archipelago located off the coast of Kerala, India. The team, comprising experienced amateur radio operators from around the world, will operate from the islands, making contacts with fellow hams globally and promoting the spirit of amateur radio.

"We are thrilled to receive the AU7RS callsign, which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team," said Sarath VU2RS, leader of the VU7 expedition. "We are grateful to the WPC for their support and look forward to making history with this activation."

The VU7 expedition is still seeking significant support to cover the costs associated with the activation, including transportation, equipment, and logistics. The team is appealing to the amateur radio community, individuals, and organizations to contribute to this historic project.

In addition to the AU7RS callsign, the team is pleased to announce that two renowned 160m DXers will be joining the expedition. Their participation will not only enhance the activation but also provide a unique opportunity for amateur radio operators worldwide to make contacts on the 160m band.

The VU7 expedition is committed to promoting amateur radio and fostering international friendship and cooperation. The team will share regular updates, photos, and stories from the activation on their website and social media channels.

Our Website: http://www.vu2rs.com/vu7r
Paypal: info@sreetek.com
e-mail: sara@vu2rs.com

Contact:

Sarath VU2RS
Leader, VU7 Expedition

Update November 19, 2025: I am writing to share the latest updates regarding the VU7 Dxpedition.

We are pleased to welcome Gerhard DJ5IW and Keith VE7KW to the team. All landing permit applications have been submitted and we are currently awaiting the final permits and licenses. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the CDXC Foundation for their generous support of this Dxpedition.

We are excited to inform you that we will be including young operators from India (ages 12 to 18) as part of our commitment to training and educating the next generation in Dxpeditions. This is an empowering opportunity, but it requires us to take care of their associated expenses.

We are currently facing a significant funds shortfall and urgently need support to procure necessary items for the expedition. We request everyone's support to help us cover these costs. We will share our official license and other details soon.

We are also happy to inform you that QSL card requests can be sent to us by filling out the Google form. The minimum contribution for ClubLog confirmation is 5 USDs, and QSL Card confirmation (double-sided) is 8 USDs. Every dollar of support is welcome, and we look forward to working with you on the air.

Our website:- https://www.vu2rs.com/vu7r/

Our Paypal: info@sreetek.com

Schedule of the event: January 10, 2026 - January 22, 2026

We acknowledge all above 25$ onwards in our website.

Best regards, Sarath VU2RS

Update November 2, 2025: We expect to receive the permits next week, and preparations are already well underway.

To make this activation a success, we kindly request your support. There are significant expenses, including accommodation, equipment transport, and import costs. Additionally, we will need to keep the station’s generators running for 13 days. Every dollar you contribute will greatly help the team during the preparation phase. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.

See below how to donate / support.

Update October 16, 2025: VU7 DXpedition team has confirmed its schedule to operate from Agatti Island, Lakshadweep Islands, from January 10 to January 22, 2026.

Update October 5, 2025: The DX India Foundation is set to undertake an ambitious DXpedition to the Laccadweep Islands, a remote and rare entity in the Arabian Sea, in January 2026. The team, led by Sarath, VU2RS, will focus on the lower bands – 160m, 80m, and 40m – with a particular emphasis on providing contacts highly sought after by North American operators.

Key Highlights:

- Team: The team consists of seasoned operators, including Sarath (VU2RS), Adersh (VU2ADX), Anil (VU3DXA), Girish (VU3GDS), Renju (VU2AR), Nodir (EY8MM), Axel (DL6KVA), YT1AD Hrane, and Serge (R7KW).
- Objective: The main intention is to provide contacts on the low bands, particularly 160m and 80m, which are highly sought after by North American operators due to the challenging propagation path.
- Equipment: The team will operate with an impressive antenna setup, including DX Commander 4-Square for 40m and 2 DX Commander Multi-Band Verticals.
- Dates: The expedition is scheduled to take place from January 10-18, 2026 (pending cruise schedule confirmation).

Supporting the Expedition:

Donations can be made via PayPal to info@sreetek.com to support this project. More details about the expedition will be shared on our official website, coming soon.

We've got some super exciting news to share! The DX India Foundation is embarking on an epic international DXpedition to VU7 at the end of 2025!

Our team of seasoned operators will be focusing on the lower bands – 160m, 80m, and 40m. We'll have 5 stations covering all bands from 6m to 160m, and our goal is to make a whopping 1,00,000 QSOs during our operation!

To ensure we've got the best possible operating conditions, we'll be setting up shop in a beautiful beachside location, far from resorts and noise-prone areas. Our team will be cozy in separate tents to minimize noise and distractions.

We'll be operating for 10 days, with tentative dates planned – our actual operation schedule will be announced soon! If you're interested in joining us, please get in touch so we can sort out the necessary paperwork.

This DXpedition is part of our bigger plan to create a top-notch setup for future expeditions, IOTA activations, and contest stations.

We Need Your Help!

We're reaching out to all DXers, IOTA Chasers, and everyone in the amateur radio community to support this massive project. Your contribution will help us achieve our dream of becoming one of the top 20 most wanted entities on 160m, 80m, and 40m bands!

As a thank you, we'll give you:

– QSL cards with a special sponsor logo
– A shoutout on our website and social media channels
– A comprehensive expedition report, packed with photos and videos

We believe this project will be a game-changer for DXers worldwide and will help promote amateur radio in India and Asia.

Support Us!

Donations to support our DXpedition can be sent via PayPal to sarath@lven.in. Your contribution will help us cover the costs of this massive project!

QSL Information:
Our QSL Manager is Charles, M0OXO. He'll be handling all QSL requests.

Thanks for considering our request! Let's make this DXpedition one for the books!

Sarath, VU2RS
73, DX India Foundation
E-MAIL: sara@vu2rs.com