Here’s How Much Arshad Nadeem Will Get After His Olympic Gold Victory
Islamabad, August 12, 2024 – Following his historic gold medal victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Pakistan’s javelin sensation Arshad Nadeem is set to receive a plethora of rewards and honors from both the government and private sectors. His victory, marked by a record-breaking javelin throw of 92.97 meters, has not only ended Pakistan’s 32-year Olympic medal drought but has also sparked an outpouring of support from across the nation.
In recognition of his extraordinary achievement, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has announced a cash reward of PKR 100 million for Nadeem. This substantial amount is intended to honor Nadeem’s contribution to bringing glory to Pakistan ahead of the country’s Independence Day (The News)(Pakistan Today).
Meanwhile, the Sindh Government has also stepped forward with significant pledges. Chief Minister Sindh has committed PKR 50 million, while Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori has added PKR 1 million to the pot. Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has further confirmed the PKR 50 million reward and announced the establishment of the ‘Arshad Nadeem Athletics Academy’ in Karachi, which aims to nurture future generations of athletes (Pakistan Today).
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The private sector has also rallied behind Nadeem. Popular singer Ali Zafar and cricketer Ahmad Shahzad have each pledged PKR 1 million through their respective foundations, demonstrating their support for the Olympic champion(Pakistan Today).
In addition to these financial rewards, the National Assembly and Senate have passed resolutions recommending that Nadeem be honored with the highest civil award of Pakistan. Furthermore, Sukkur Mayor Barrister Arsalan Islam Shaikh has announced that Nadeem will be presented with a gold crown, and a new sports stadium in Sukkur will be named in his honor (The News) (Pakistan Today).
This impressive list of rewards and honors underscores the deep pride and gratitude that Pakistan feels for Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic achievement. With over PKR 150 million in rewards and long-term tributes such as the establishment of sports facilities in his name, Nadeem’s legacy is set to inspire countless young athletes across the nation.