Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem received a hero’s welcome as he returned to his hometown, Mian Channu, in Punjab. The javelin thrower, who made history at the Paris Olympics 2024, was showered with flowers and celebrated by his fellow villagers upon his arrival.
Residents of Mian Channu, along with Arshad’s family and friends, gathered in large numbers to honor his remarkable achievement. Addressing the jubilant crowd, Arshad expressed deep gratitude to everyone who supported him, saying, “I want to thank the entire nation, especially Mian Channu, for showing me so much love.”
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Earlier in the day, the gold medallist arrived at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport, where he was greeted with a water cannon salute and an overwhelming show of support from fans and officials.
Among the notable figures present to welcome him were prominent political leaders, including Ahsan Iqbal and Khawaja Saad Rafique, who congratulated Arshad on his historic victory.
After a brief stop at the Tablighi Markaz in Raiwind for morning prayers, Nadeem continued his journey to Mian Channu, where the celebrations intensified. His arrival in Lahore was marked by music, flowers, and a police escort as he toured the city in a double-decker bus before heading to his village.
The joy and pride of the local community were evident as they warmly welcomed their hero back home. The celebrations were a fitting tribute to a man who has brought immense pride to his country.