Arshad Nadeem receives special number plate "ANO 9297" from Sindh govt

Pakistan javelin ace Arshad Nadeem was honoured by the Sindh government with a special vehicle registration number, ANO 9297, in a ceremony held on Tuesday.

The special number plate was presented to him in recognition of his outstanding achievement at the Paris Olympics 2024, where he won the gold medal for Pakistan.

The 27-year-old athlete also received a car as a gift from a private motor company during his visit.

"ANO" on number plate stands for Arshad Nadeem Olympian and "9297" shows his achievement at the Summer Games, where he shattered records.

The sportsman 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 will confer Hilal-e-Imtiaz, the second-highest civilian award, on the national hero for his outstanding performance at the World Games.