Arshad Nadeem has secured his place in Pakistan’s sporting history by setting a new Olympic record twice during the javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics 2024, ultimately earning the gold medal. His throw of 92.97 meters not only secured Pakistan’s first Olympic medal in 32 years but also placed him ahead of India’s Neeraj Chopra. Following this monumental achievement, Nadeem is set to receive numerous rewards, with several cash prizes and honors already announced by various Pakistani ministers and prominent figures. Below is a breakdown of the confirmed rewards for Nadeem.
Nadeem is expected to receive over PKR 150 million in rewards.
@ArshadOlympian1 breaks record with 92.97 and wins gold for Pakistan!
— Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) August 8, 2024
I shall be honouring him with a one million reward through @AliZFoundation.
Let's show our heroes the celebration they deserve. I urge @GovtofPakistan @CMShehbaz to welcome him like a hero and establish a… pic.twitter.com/qFpInZqu9i
A significant portion of this amount comes from Punjab’s Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz, who has pledged PKR 100 million to Nadeem, as reported by a private news outlet. Additionally, Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has announced an additional PKR 2 million reward.
In Sindh, the Chief Minister has committed PKR 50 million to Nadeem, with Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab affirming this amount. Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori has also pledged an additional PKR 1 million.
Popular Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has confirmed he will contribute PKR 1 million to Nadeem, while cricketer Ahmad Shahzad has also committed the same amount through his foundation.
Well done #ArshadNadeem 🇵🇰🏅Ahmad Shahzad Foundation & @reportagegroup are happy to announce another Rs 1 Million Prize for our Olympian Hero🏆I always believed in Arshad Nadeem's Potential! He's our proud Champ 🇵🇰 Remember to Always believe in your Dreams, They'll come to… pic.twitter.com/kF5meuQAdz
— Ahmad Shahzad 🇵🇰 (@iamAhmadshahzad) August 9, 2024
Highest Civil Award, Gold Crown, and Other Tributes
During a session of the National Assembly, members unanimously passed a resolution urging the government to honor Nadeem with the highest civil award, according to a report from a private news outlet. Additionally, Deputy Chairman of the Senate, Syedaal Khan Nasar, has planned to host an honorary dinner for Nadeem upon his return to Pakistan.
In a further display of admiration, Sindh Government spokesperson and Sukkur Mayor, Barrister Islam Shaikh, announced that Nadeem would be presented with a gold crown upon his arrival, as reported by a private news outlet. Shaikh also revealed that a new sports stadium in Sukkur would be named in Nadeem’s honor.
Moreover, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab announced plans to establish the ‘Arshad Nadeem Athletics Academy’ in Karachi, another tribute highlighted by a private news outlet.
As an additional gesture of appreciation, Beacon Energy, a leading solar energy company in Pakistan, will gift Nadeem a solar energy system.
This series of rewards and tributes underscores the nation’s deep pride in Arshad Nadeem’s achievements, as he continues to inspire future generations.
