Sun TV planning to start commercial airline

Private broadcaster Sun TV is planning to start domestic and international aviation services for commercial and non-commercial purposes in the country and outside.

According to a release issued by Sun to the BSE today, the company would seek shareholders' approval for its plans to enter the aviation sector through postal ballot and the result would be announced on May 15.

The company is planning to have aerial conveyance for transporting passengers, freight and merchandise on national and international routes, it added.

Sun TV also intends to operate and provide chartered domestic and international aviation services along with scheduled services both for commercial and non- commercial purposes in India and outside, the company said.