Summary Supreme Court orders PIA to clear 24-year pension dues, summons MD personally, warns action if payments not made before next hearing.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to pay 24 years of pension dues to a former employee.
The court also summoned the Managing Director of Pakistan International Airlines in a personal capacity. The petition was filed by former PIA employee Mustafa Ansari.
Counsel for the petitioner stated that his client was retired in 2002 under a scheme and, following orders of the Sindh High Court, was granted pension and other benefits. However, arrears spanning 24 years have not been paid.
During the hearing, Justice Shahid Waheed questioned whether any law exists that permits withholding pension payments. The petitioner’s lawyer responded that other employees are receiving pensions, while PIA’s counsel stated that instructions from the institution would be required regarding payment.
The court directed that if the pension is not paid before the next hearing, the Managing Director must appear in person. The three-member bench, headed by Justice Shahid Waheed, adjourned the hearing until April 23.
