Govt Recognises Sports Media: Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for Senior Journalist Abdul Mohi Shah
Govt Recognises Sports Media: Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for Senior Journalist Abdul Mohi Shah
By Nawaz Gohar ; The Pakistan Sports Writers Federation (PSWF) has formally extended its warmest felicitations to veteran sports journalist Abdul Mohi Shah on being conferred the prestigious Presidential Award, Tamgha-e-Imtiaz.
The accolade, presented by President Asif Ali Zardari, marks a rare and significant state-level acknowledgment of specialized journalism in Pakistan. In a high-profile joint statement, Amjad Aziz Malik (President of PSWF and Secretary General of AIPS Asia) and Muhammad Asghar Azeem (Secretary General of PSWF), alongside the Executive Council, hailed the decision as a victory for the entire profession.
“Abdul Mohi Shah’s contributions to the landscape of sports journalism are etched in brilliance,” the statement read. “The conferment of the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz is not merely a personal achievement; it is a profound state-level validation of his thirty-year legacy of integrity, dedication, and insightful reporting.”
The PSWF leadership emphasized that Shah stands as a titan in the industry, having played a pivotal role in shaping sports discourse in Pakistan for over three decades. His career has been defined by a steadfast commitment to highlighting both the triumphs and challenges of the national sporting arena.
The federation further noted that this presidential honor serves as an inspiration for the younger generation of journalists. By recognizing a stalwart like Abdul Mohi Shah, the Government of Pakistan has sent a strong message regarding the vital role sports media plays in the nation’s cultural and athletic identity.
The award is being celebrated across the journalist community as a collective win, signaling a new era of respect and recognition for those who document the history of Pakistani sports.
