PIA’s country manager detained in
Bahrain over luggage issue
PIA's Country Manager, Awais Hanif, has been detained in Bahrain following an incident involving passengers' luggage, as reported by a PIA spokesperson. The airline's administration is actively engaging with the Pakistani embassy in Bahrain to address the situation.
According to the spokesperson, PIA is monitoring the matter closely from a legal standpoint and is committed to offering full legal support to the detained manager.
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The incident arose due to the absence of a PIA office at Bahrain's airport, resulting in unclaimed luggage being transferred to the airline's central office in the city. From there, passengers were contacted and their luggage was subsequently delivered.
Authorities in Bahrain initiated legal proceedings, citing misconduct related to the transfer of luggage from the airport. However, the Pakistani embassy in Bahrain has described the issue as a misunderstanding rather than a deliberate offense.
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The PIA spokesperson clarified that while procedural violations may have occurred, there was no criminal intent involved. The airline has enlisted senior officials to handle the case and ensure robust legal representation for the country manager during court proceedings.
Source: The News