Arshad Nadeem Receives Rs153 Million Cash Prize for Historic Olympic Gold

Arshad Nadeem Receives Rs153 Million Cash Prize for Historic Olympic Gold Arshad Nadeem, the 27-year-old javelin champion who clinched Pakistan’s first Olympic gold medal in 40 years, has been awarded a combined cash prize of Rs153 million by the governments of Punjab and Sindh. Nadeem made history at the Paris Olympics with a remarkable throw of 92.97 meters, surpassing the previous record of 90.57 meters set by Andreas Thorkildsen in Beijing 2008. In recognition of his achievement, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz awarded Nadeem Rs100 million and announced the construction of a sports city in his hometown of Mian Channu, named in his honor. The government of Sindh also awarded him Rs53 million. Nadeem’s historic win has earned him widespread praise and recognition as a national hero.