KOKO Business · 31 Oct 2026
FIA Crackdown on Illegal Organ Trade in Islamabad

The FIA has recently taken action against an illegal transplant network in Islamabad, marking a significant step in curbing the illicit organ trade. This operation has led to five arrests, along with the seizure of vehicles and the freezing of assets valued at Rs87.5 million.
The crackdown highlights the organized nature of the illegal transplant trade, which extends beyond desperate patients and impoverished donors. Hospitals found to have knowingly facilitated these procedures must face serious consequences.
Medical professionals involved in the illegal organ trade should be subjected to criminal prosecution, as the FIA's actions demonstrate a commitment to holding all parties accountable for their roles in this illicit activity.