Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori lavished his praise on Javelin Thrower Arshad Nadeem for embracing humility despite clinching the gold medal for Pakistan in 40 years.
According to details, Tessori addressed an event flanked by Nadeem. He said: "The son of Mian Channu had made entire Pakistan proud. "The people of Karachi had overwhelmingly welcomed Arshad Nadeem to the city."
Tessori acknowledged the enthusiasm of the country, saying, "The Pakistani nation is quite passionate. Nobody can knock it down."
"There are valiant people like Arshad Nadeem, who are ensuring to protect the boundaries of the country," he added.
Speaking about the marathon in the city, Tessori said: "We will bring out more than 60 games in the Karachi Marathon."
– Abrarul Haq pays homage to 'golden' hero Arshad Nadeem –
Noted singer Abrarul Haq lavished on Friday his praise on Javelin star Arshad Nadeem on Friday, giving Rs1.5million to the Olympic gold medalist.
Addressing the press conference flanked by Nadeem, the "Assan Jana Mall-o Mall" singer said: "Arshad Nadeem had brought good news for the masses, who are facing a multitude of challenges, including the economic crunch.".
"Arshad Nadeem has waved the national flag after clinching a gold medal for the country, which came after 44 years of waiting," Haq said.
"I had announced to give a small reward [Rs1.5million] to Arshad Nadeem. We have named the Sahara sports after Arshad Nadeem," said the "Dilbaron Ki Basti Mein" singer.
Meanwhile, expressing his thoughts, Nadeem expressed his gratitude to Haq and his family for getting the reward from the "Bhangra" maestro.
"Those who embrace hard work, devotion, and humbleness reap benefits," he said.
Haq said: "The kind of respect I got, will further improve my prowess."
