CM Murad presents Rs50 million cheque, Ajrak to Arshad Nadeem

In appreciation for the national hero, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Thursday presented a cheque of Rs50 million (PKR 5 crore) to gold medalist Arshad Nadeem.

A ceremony in honour of the 27-year-old athlete was held at Chief Minister House in Karachi.

During the event, the provincial head also honoured Arshad by presenting him with a traditional Ajrak.

Speaking to media, the sportsman said that Sindh CM was the first person to congratulate him even before the Paris Olympics.

"I am very happy to meet him [CM Murad], he added.

At this, Murad conveyed a message of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to Arshad Nadeem that "he must start preparation for the next World Games now".

Sindh CM also announced to give a reward of Rs5 million to the athlete's coach, Salman Iqbal Butt.

Sindh Minister for Local Bodies Saeed Ghani said that a road will be named after Arshad Nadeem in the port city.

Arshad made the country proud on August 8 when he threw a javelin at the record-breaking spot of 92.97 metres at the Paris Olympics 2024.

The throw made him able to end Pakistan's 40-year wait for an individual gold medal at the Summer Games.

Following the achievement, Arshad was showered with announcements of cash prizes and rewards from politicians and celebrities.

President Asif Ali Zardari also announced to honour the national star with Hilal-e-Imtiaz, the second-highest civilian award, for his outstanding performance at the Paris Olympics 2024.