MIB-Licensed Kannada News Channel Raising Funds In Bengaluru
About Business
Established media business operating a 24×7 regional news channel with a fully commissioned broadcast facility and a strong digital media presence.
Key Highlights
- Operates a 24×7 regional satellite news channel.
- Holds broadcasting permissions for News & Current Affairs and Non-News Entertainment.
- News channel has been live since March 2026.
- Available on four leading DTH and cable distribution platforms.
- Fully equipped broadcast infrastructure, including studio, newsroom, production, and field broadcasting systems.
- Strong digital presence through an owned news portal, e-paper, YouTube channels, and social media platforms.
- YouTube channels with over 1.34 million subscribers.
- Experienced editorial and production team, including six news anchors.
- Approved entertainment channel ready for launch using the existing infrastructure.
- Scalable business with multiple revenue streams across television and digital media.
Clientele type
The business operates a Ministry of Information and Broadcasting-accredited satellite news channel with an established advertiser base. Revenue is generated through advertising partnerships with businesses and organizations that promote their products and services on the channel.
Premises
LEASED
Lease per month (in INR): 3.00 L
Security Deposit (in INR): 20.00 L
Carpet Area: 10,000 sq ft
The facility includes approximately 50 workstations, five cabins, one conference room, and a fully equipped news broadcasting studio.
Asking Price Includes
The investment is for a 40% equity stake in the company. As this is a share purchase, the investor receives a proportionate ownership interest in the entire business, including all assets, operations, and intellectual property.
The investment includes:
- 40% equity ownership in the company.
- Fully commissioned broadcast infrastructure with an investment of approximately ₹17.24 crore, including studios, production systems, cameras, broadcasting equipment, OB/ENG vehicles, and office infrastructure.
- Leased office premises with the existing lease agreement and security deposit held by the company.
- Broadcasting permissions for News & Current Affairs and Non-News Entertainment.
- Ownership of the brand, news portal, e-paper, digital platforms, YouTube channels, social media accounts, and content library.
- Existing distribution arrangements with DTH platforms and cable operators.
- Proportionate rights to dividends, voting, and future value creation, subject to the Shareholders' Agreement and applicable regulatory approvals.
Asking Price
INR 10.00 Cr
Minimum ticket size
INR 5.00 Cr
Reason
Seeking investment to launch the MIB-approved entertainment channel, strengthen regional coverage, and expand advertising revenue.
Licenses
MIB accredited Satellite News Channel
More Details
The business is led by its Founder and Managing Director, an experienced media professional with expertise in news broadcasting and channel operations. The leadership team is supported by a promoter with extensive business and management experience, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and financial governance.
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