Is Zee news a BJP owned channel?

Zee News is not directly owned by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), but it is perceived to have a strong alignment with the party's views. The channel is owned by Zee Media Corporation Limited, which is part of the Essel Group, founded by Subhash Chandra. Chandra is a member of the Rajya Sabha, elected with BJP support from Haryana23. Zee News has been criticized for its pro-BJP and pro-Hindutva stance, often favoring government viewpoints and narratives123. However, the ownership structure of Zee Media Corporation Limited is complex, with various private entities holding shares, and there is no direct ownership by the BJP2.