The National Assembly and Senate have extended their congratulations to Arshad Nadeem for securing a gold medal for Pakistan in the Men’s Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics.
Deputy Chairman Syedaal Khan Nasar announced that the Senate will arrange a dinner in honour of Arshad Nadeem to celebrate his achievement, which has made the entire nation proud.
He also mentioned that the outstanding athlete will be awarded with prizes as a token of appreciation.
Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar, while paying tribute to Nadeem’s remarkable accomplishment, emphasized that the government is committed to providing all necessary support to promote sports in the country. He urged the youth of Pakistan to draw inspiration from Nadeem’s historic victory.
The Olympic gold winner was also congratulated in the National Assembly session on Friday with Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari commending the athlete over his achievement.
Lauding Arshad Nadeem’s triumph, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari noted hat the entire nation takes great pride in his accomplishment.
He emphasised that through sheer determination and effort, Arshad achieved what once seemed unattainable.
Bilawal pointed out that this victory is yet another example of how Pakistan’s youth can excel when given the right opportunities.
He was on the view that the youth was capable to “not just win Olympics and cricket world cups but also football world cup” if they were provided with support.
