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COAS Asim Munir to host reception for Olympian Arshad Nadeem
RAWALPINDI: A special ceremony in honour of Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem will be held tomorrow (Friday) at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi,
The event will be hosted by Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, said military’s media wing in a statement.
Arshad Nadeem will be accompanied by his family at the ceremony.
Yesterday, Arshad was warmly welcomed by Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori at the Governor House.
Meanwhile, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah hosted Javelin thrower and Olympian Champion Arshad Nadeem at the CM House.
Arshad Nadeem is our national pride, said the CM. “You [Arshad Nadeem] have made history and act as a role model for the youth of our country,” he said and added, “his victory on the international stage shows that determination overcomes all shortcomings and obstacles.”
When Arshad Nadeem arrived at the CM house with Minister P&D Nasir Shah the provincial cabinet session was in progress, which the CM temporarily stopped to personally welcome the Gold Medallist.
The CM along with his cabinet members warmly welcomed Arshad Nadeem and applauded his record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, a remarkable achievement that inspired people all over the world.
In recognition of Arshad Nadeem’s remarkable achievements, CM Murad Ali Shah awarded him Rs50 million and traditional Sindhi gifts such as an Ajrak.
Minister Nasir Shah gifted a car to Arshad Nadeem’s mother, appreciating her for nurturing such a brave and skilled son.
Minister for Local Government Saeed Ghani declared that an important road in Karachi would be named after Arshad Nadeem.
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has already announced the establishment of a sports academy in honour of Arshad Nadeem.
Earlier on Tuesday, Arshad was awarded with a cheque for Rs100 million and a car in recognition of his achievements by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
The Olympic champion was also gifted with a personalised number plate PAK 92 97 for the vehicle referring to his record 92.97 meter throw at the Olympics.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also awarded the Olympic champion with a cheque of Rs150 million.