To honor Olympian Arshad Nadeem’s historic achievement, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M) hosted a ceremony at the Army Auditorium, General Headquarters (GHQ), on August 16, 2024. The event was attended by sports teams and legendary Olympians, including the 1984 Olympic and National Hockey Teams, National Cricket Team, Street Football Team, Army Polo Team, Visually Impaired Cricket and Women’s Goal Ball Teams, medal winners of the Commonwealth, South Asian Federation (SAF), and Asian Games, as well as participants of the Paris Olympics 2024. Notable legends included Jehangir Khan, Islah Ud Din, Shahbaz Senior, Sohail Abbas, Muhammad Asif, and Aisam-ul-Haq. Arshad Nadeem's close relatives, associates, and coaches also attended the event.

The COAS appreciated Arshad Nadeem's remarkable achievement of winning Pakistan's first-ever gold medal in a singles event and setting a new Olympic record, attributing it to his commitment, perseverance, and passion for excellence. He highlighted Arshad's inspirational journey from humble beginnings to achieving greatness, emphasizing the importance of hard work and determination.

The COAS recognized Arshad Nadeem's achievement as a national pride and highlighted that he has been honored by the entire nation befitting his accomplishment. He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting and empowering sportsmen and the entire wealth of Pakistani youth to achieve excellence and contribute to a prosperous Pakistan. The COAS emphasized the need for youth engagement, development, and entertainment as essential components of a healthy and prosperous society.
Arshad Nadeem expressed gratitude and emphasized the immense potential of Pakistani youth, stressing the importance of hard work, positivity, and perseverance in overcoming challenges and achieving success.