Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has taken strict action against two of its employees, Mohammed Mumtaz and Asifa Naaz, by terminating their employment due to their involvement in smuggling mobile phones. The incident occurred on a flight from Toronto to Lahore, where the employees were found to be illegally transporting mobile phones. This discovery was made during an internal investigation conducted by PIA, which revealed that the employees had violated the airline’s security protocols and regulations.
PIA has a zero-tolerance policy for such violations and emphasized that no exceptions would be made, regardless of an employee’s position or tenure with the company. The airline’s management stated that maintaining strict security measures and operational integrity is of utmost importance to ensure the safety and trust of its passengers and stakeholders.
The termination of these employees serves as a warning to others within the organization that any involvement in illegal activities will not be tolerated and will result in severe consequences. PIA’s decision to take swift and decisive action reflects its commitment to upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism among its staff.
This incident has also highlighted the need for continuous monitoring and enforcement of security protocols within the airline industry. PIA has reiterated its dedication to preventing such incidents in the future by implementing more stringent checks and balances, as well as providing regular training to its employees on the importance of adhering to security regulations.
