Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) cargo flight failed to transport the body of a six-year-old child, causing immense grief and outrage among the affected families. The tragic event took place on Friday morning when the PIA plane, flight PK 451, arrived at Skardu Airport with the parents of the deceased child from Kharmang district, but departed without the child’s remains.
The child’s father and other grieving families, expressing deep distress and outrage, staged a protest at Skardu Airport, demanding swift action against the individuals responsible for this negligence. The families’ anguish was palpable as they grappled with the heartbreaking realization that their loved one’s body had been left behind due to the airline’s carelessness.
In response to the situation, a PIA spokesperson acknowledged the incident and assured an inquiry into the matter. The spokesperson promised severe consequences for any staff found guilty of negligence, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to providing the highest standards of service and care to its passengers.
The deceased child’s body has been transferred to the cargo terminal cold storage, awaiting further arrangements. PIA has also taken steps to facilitate the transportation of three family members from Skardu to Islamabad, with plans for their journey to Gilgit alongside the deceased child’s body tomorrow.