The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) awarded a cash prize of Rs5 million to Haider Ali, who won a bronze medal at the Paralympics.
The prize was presented by Advisor to the Prime Minister on Inter-Provincial Coordination, Rana Sanaullah Khan, under the PSB’s newly approved policy for rewarding outstanding athletes.
Sanaullah commended Haider’s dedication and perseverance, stating that his success had made the entire nation proud. “Haider Ali’s achievement at the Paralympics is a testament to his hard work and commitment,” Sanaullah said, emphasizing that the government remains focused on supporting athletes through initiatives like this cash award.
The PSB also expressed its admiration for Haider’s achievements, highlighting the significance of the award as recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports.
PSB officials noted that the new policy would allow athletes who excel at national and international levels to receive similar rewards.
Haider, the only Pakistani athlete to qualify for five Paralympic Games, has earned medals in four of them.
His medal haul includes one gold from Tokyo, one silver from Beijing, and two bronze medals from Rio and Paris. In total, Haider has secured 19 medals for Pakistan, consisting of nine gold, four silver, and six bronze across the Paralympics, Para Asian Games, and World Championships.
Haider also pointed out that achieving success in sports requires not only relentless effort but also the necessary resources and infrastructure to help athletes reach their full potential.
