'All Plot Announcements Were Fake': Arshad Nadeem Slams Pakistan Government Over Broken Promises

Last Updated:July 17, 2025, 17:56 IST

Pakistan’s Olympic gold medallist Nadeem is frustrated over unfulfilled land promises after his 2024 Paris Olympics win. Despite cash prizes, he claims land rewards were fake.

Arshad Nadeem (X)

Pakistan’s Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem has voiced his deep frustration over unfulfilled promises made by the government following his historic triumph at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Despite becoming the first Pakistani athlete to win a gold medal in track and field, Nadeem says he has yet to receive some of the key rewards promised to him—particularly land plots announced in the aftermath of his achievement.

At the Stade de France in August 2024, Nadeem delivered a stunning performance, throwing 92.97 metres to set a new Olympic record and beat India’s Neeraj Chopra, who had to settle for silver.

The victory sparked nationwide celebrations, with authorities at both provincial and federal levels, as well as private organizations, announcing cash prizes and land plots as a tribute to his achievement.

“All the Land Announcements Were Fake"

However, in a recent interview with Geo TV, the 28-year-old revealed that while he did receive the promised cash awards, none of the land plot rewards were fulfilled.

“Out of all the prize announcements made for me, all the plot announcements were fake, which I did not receive. Apart from that, I have received all the cash prizes that were announced," Nadeem told The Indian Express.

Nadeem’s disappointment has resonated strongly with fans, especially considering the humble background he comes from. Raised in Mian Channu, a small town around 250 km from Lahore, he grew up in a financially challenged household. His father, a construction worker, remains the family’s sole breadwinner.

Eyes on the World Championships

Despite the letdown, Nadeem remains focused on his athletic goals. He is currently preparing for the World Athletics Championships, which are set to take place in Tokyo this September.

“My entire focus is on myself, but apart from that, we train any youth who comes to us for training, and this training is given by my coach Salman Butt," he said, highlighting his dual commitment to both his own development and mentoring the next generation of Pakistani athletes.

Before the World Championships, fans will be treated to another exciting chapter in the Nadeem-Chopra rivalry as the two are expected to clash at the Diamond League in Silesia, Poland on August 16.

Siddarth Sriram

After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term...Read More

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