The Provincial Ombudsman Sindh has ordered the immediate removal of K-Electric (KE) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Moonis Alvi after finding him guilty of harassing a female employee at the workplace.
Justice (R) Shahnawaz Tariq, the Provincial Ombudsman for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace, also imposed a fine of Rs2.5 million on Alvi.
The fine must be paid within 30 days, failure to comply will result in freezing of his movable and immovable assets, and his CNIC and passport may also be blocked.
The decision, issued under the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, stated that the complainant endured harassment and mental distress due to Alvi’s actions.
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Moonis Alvi reacted strongly to the ruling, calling it “deeply distressing” and claiming that the findings did not reflect his experience. He said he is consulting legal counsel and intends to appeal the verdict. “I must, in good conscience, reject the findings as inaccurate,” he added.
exercising my right to appeal.
— Moonis Alvi (@alvimoonis) July 31, 2025
It is for anyone who feels wronged to be heard. I remain committed to ensuring that the truth is fully brought to light, through all lawful means available.
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He further said the matter had been personally and professionally painful and reaffirmed his commitment to pursue the truth through lawful channels. “My respect for the principles of justice and workplace dignity remains unwavering,” Alvi stated.
“The board of directors, in its meeting held on July 7, 2025, has re-appointed Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi as Chief Executive Officer of K-Electric with effect from July 30, 2025,” read the KE press release.