On July 31, 2025, the Sindh Provincial Ombudsman for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace ordered the immediate removal of K-Electric CEO Syed Moonis Alvi after finding him guilty of workplace harassment.
The order, issued by Justice (Retired) Shahnawaz Tariq, also imposed a Rs2.5 million fine, payable within 30 days, to the complainant Mahreen Aziz Khan, former Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at K-Electric.
Details of Complaint on K-Electric CEO
Khan had filed a formal complaint earlier this year, accusing Alvi of creating a hostile work environment and engaging in psychologically distressing behavior, including pressuring her for private dinners and making inappropriate comments. The Ombudsman’s office substantiated the allegations following a months-long inquiry.
Three other K-Electric employees named in the complaint were cleared of charges due to insufficient evidence.
Alvi, who was reappointed CEO on July 7, 2025, denied the charges on X (formerly Twitter), calling the ruling “deeply distressing” and vowing to appeal, claiming the verdict does not align with his version of events.
Khan’s legal team hailed the ruling as a landmark moment for workplace justice, emphasizing that it sends a strong message across Pakistan’s corporate sector — no one is above the law.
If Alvi fails to comply with the fine, enforcement measures could include the seizure of his assets and suspension of his national identity documents, including his NIC and passport.
What’s Next
The verdict has sparked major debate online, with many praising it as a step forward for women’s workplace safety, while others question due process and its broader implications for corporate leadership accountability in Pakistan.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, July 31st, 2025
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