Pakistan PM Criticized for Using Olympic Champion Arshad Nadeem for Politics

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:16pm on 09 Aug 2024,Friday Sports

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is facing criticism for allegedly using Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem’s victory for political gain. In a viral video, a person congratulates Sharif for Nadeem's win, implying the credit belongs to the PM. Indian government sources condemned the act, stating, "This shows how they are demeaning their own players." Arshad Nadeem, who won Pakistan's first individual Olympic gold in 32 years, was praised for his hard work and dedication. The incident has sparked outrage, with many accusing the Pakistan government of having a "feudal mindset."

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