Independence Day: Azm-e-Istehkam postage stamp issued to honour Arshad Nadeem, freedom struggle

Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad expresses pride in Nadeem’s achievement

Celina Ali

Islamabad: The government has issued a special postage stamp on the occasion of 77th Independence Day to honour the Paris Olympics’ gold medalist Arshad Nadeem and the freedom struggle of the Pakistani nation and its achievements.

The initiative had been taken on the special directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, said a news release issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Saturday.

The special postage stamp has been titled “Azm-e-Istehkam” which is a testament to the country’s commitment to development and prosperity.

A picture of the Javelin Thrower Arshad Nadeem has been added to the stamp to pay tribute to him for winning a Gold Medal and setting a new Olympic record by throwing the javelin at a distance of 92.97 meters at the Paris Olympics 2024.

According to the news statement, the freedom struggle of Pakistan’s nation and its symbolic importance have been highlighted by adding an image of Minar-e-Pakistan to the stamp.

The stamp issued by the Government of Pakistan on the occasion of Independence Day, would continue to remind the future generations not only about the struggle and sacrifices made by our ancestors for the freedom, but also the commitment of the government for the development of Pakistan.

Pakistan’s Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has expressed his pride in Nadeem’s achievement, noting that the gold medal serves as a much-needed uplift for Pakistan during a period of economic and political trials.

Nadeem’s return to Lahore has been met with widespread celebrations, reflecting the nation’s joy and appreciation for his exceptional accomplishment.

Earlier, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad hosted a reception for the athlete. The event was attended by a large number of Pakistanis and other fans.