ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) on Tuesday awarded a much-awaited cash prize of Rs5 million to Paris Paralympic medalist Haider Ali.
Advisor to the Prime Minister on Inter-Provincial Coordination, Rana Sanaullah presented a cheque to the para-athlete during the Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Provincial Games at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad.
Haider Ali, the only medalist in Pakistan’s Paralympic history, won a Bronze medal in the Men’s Discus Throw event at the Paralympic Games Paris, held in September this year.
PSB, in a statement, said that the cash award was granted under the newly approved policy which was recently implemented following board approval.
“Under the new policy, other athletes who excel at national and international levels will also be rewarded for their achievements,” the sports board’s statement read.
Speaking on the occasion, Rana Sanaullah commended Haider’s dedication and perseverance, stating that his achievement has made the entire nation proud.
PM’s aide further emphasized that the government remains committed to promoting sports and encouraging athletes through such initiatives.