Doha: The Qatar Amateur Radio Society (QARS) launched a main station at its headquarters in celebration of the National Sports Day 2025, under the supervision of the Ministry of Social Development and Family.
According to Qatar News Agency, the society announced in a statement that the station operated over February 9, 10, and 11 to highlight the significance of this event over the airwaves. The society employed its special international call sign for National Sports Day, with operators taking turns at different time intervals to connect with amateur radio enthusiasts worldwide.
The QARS participated in the National Sports Day activities using the international call sign A71QSD, symbolizing Qatar Sports Day. This call sign was assigned by the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) and can be used across various communication channels, including the society's transmitter via Qatar's Es'hailSat-2 satellite or terrestrial communication within the frequency bands designated by the CRA, which comply with the International Telecommunication Union's radio regulations.
The Qatar Amateur Radio Society (QARS) is committed to participating annually in national and community events. Qatari radio enthusiasts strive to cover all global frequency bands and establish international radio connections with fellow enthusiasts worldwide, promoting these occasions and showcasing the country's achievements across various fields, particularly in culture and sports.