Lahore, In a significant development for sports governance in the country, Additional IG (retd) Abid Qadri has been elected President of the Pakistan Olympic Association. Following his election, Qadri made an official visit to the Association’s office to assume his new role.

According to Punjab Police, during the visit, Director General Pakistan Police Sports Board and Additional IG Welfare and Finance Riaz Nazir Gara, along with Chief Sports Officer DIG Athar Ismail, extended their congratulations to Qadri on behalf of IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar. The officers presented a bouquet to the newly elected President, signaling the support and good wishes from the senior police leadership.

In addition to the formal greetings, Qadri provided a tour of the Pakistan Olympic Association’s facilities, sharing insights into the historical significance of various items, including shields, prizes, uniforms, and other antiques displayed in the gallery. Both visiting officers, Riaz Nazir Gara and Athar Ismail, commemorated their visit by adding their remarks to the visitor’s book, reflecting their engagement and support for the association’s mission under Qadri’s leadership.