Islamabad: Pakistan’s top officials, including President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, have praised javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem for his historic gold medal at the Paris Olympics, marking a significant moment of national pride and achievement.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, both the President and the Prime Minister conveyed their heartfelt congratulations to Nadeem, whose victory is Pakistan’s first Olympic gold medal in decades. President Zardari described Nadeem as a national pride, emphasizing that his success at the Paris Olympics is not only a personal achievement but a monumental victory for the entire country. He recognized Nadeem’s dedication and hard work which have spotlighted Pakistan on the global stage.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who watched Nadeem’s performance live, expressed immense pride in Nadeem’s accomplishment, noting that the athlete did not just win gold but also set a new Olympic record. The Prime Minister highlighted that Nadeem’s victory, coming after a long Olympic medal drought for Pakistan, is a joyous occasion for the nation, reflecting the fruitful outcomes of past initiatives like the Punjab Youth Festival which he spearheaded.
Additional congratulations came from other government officials, including Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and several cabinet ministers, all of whom celebrated Nadeem’s win as a victory for the whole nation and a beacon of inspiration for Pakistani youth.
The unified commendation from Pakistan’s leadership underscores the national significance of Nadeem’s achievement and the collective aspirations for continuing success in international sports.