Arshad Nadeem’s historic gold medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics has led to an outpouring of praise and rewards for the athlete. Just hours after his record-breaking javelin throw of 92.97 meters, notable figures and officials have pledged substantial financial rewards and honors:
- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced a reward of Rs100 million for Nadeem, recognizing his achievement as a significant Independence Day gift to the nation.
- Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab declared a prize of Rs50 million and revealed plans to establish a sports academy in Karachi named after Nadeem, calling him a national hero.
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- The National Assembly has passed a resolution recommending the highest civil award for Nadeem and urged a grand welcome upon his return.
- The Senate has announced a celebratory dinner in Nadeem’s honor and additional awards.
- Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori pledged Rs2 million to Nadeem.
- Singer Ali Zafar offered Rs1 million and encouraged the government to welcome Nadeem as a hero and support future athletes.
- Sukkur Mayor Barrister Arsalan Islam Shaikh announced that the new sports stadium in Sukkur will be named after Nadeem and that he will be awarded a gold crown.
Nadeem’s remarkable success has not only ended Pakistan’s 40-year wait for an Olympic gold but also highlighted the potential of supporting and investing in sports talent.
