It makes sense not increasing our package: Some might then be inclined to do no more off day flying, meaning they would have to engage more pilots. Now paying 20% of the workforce 4-8000aed pm for overtime is cheaper than paying 100% some 3-6000 pm pay increase plus having to hire some% more.
To those flying on days off, do your own maths now: 4-8000 pm on maybe 6 months, versus 3-6000 on 12 months (plus the eventual bonus) and then go back to your mirror and shave the fool.
I'm pretty sure that EK will never ever give you even a giveaway toothbrush if they're not under pressure. The only pressure TC understands is a plane that does not leave Dubai.