Arshad Nadeem gets 1 million PKR
Arshad Nadeem, a new hero in Pakistan, made history by winning the gold medal in javelin at the Paris Olympic Games 2024, becoming the first Olympian from the nation to achieve this feat in an individual sport.
Arshad Nadeem gets 1 million PKR

Upon returning home, Nadeem met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, who awarded him a cash prize of PKR 1 million (around INR 3 lakh). However, former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria criticized the amount, calling it an ‘insult’ to both Nadeem and the nation.
Mr. Prime Minister, at least offer a graceful congratulations. Delete the picture of the million rupees you gave—it does nothing for his real needs. This amount is so small he can’t even afford air tickets. It’s an insult to both Arshad and the nation, considering his ongoing… https://t.co/OLQZAfWLvU
— Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) August 9, 2024
Arshad Nadeem gets 1 million PKR

He argued that the low reward was inadequate for Nadeem’s needs, suggesting it couldn’t even cover air travel costs, and urged the PM to offer a more respectful acknowledgment.
Arshad Nadeem gets 1 million PKR

Nadeem, who is now in the spotlight, has requested the Pakistani government to improve infrastructure in his village. He emphasized the need for better roads, cooking gas connections, and the establishment of a university in Mian Channu city, so local students, especially women, don’t have to travel long distances for higher education.