With Inputs from Rons Bantwal, Mumbai
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore
Mangalore, Jan 17 : 79-year-old Nitte Sudhakar Shetty, a Mumbai-based hotelier died of a massive heart attack while aboard a Mangalore-Mumbai flight on Wednesday January 16.
Shetty, who owned two hotels in Mumbai and Lonawala, was travelling by Spice Jet flight. More details of the incident are awaited.
Shetty who leaves behind his wife and two sons, served the Indian Navy for 10 years before taking voluntary retirement.
He was actively involved in social service and was part of cultural organisations. He served as the president of Mumbai Bunts Sangha and Hotel Owners' Association.