After receiving one of Pakistan’s highest civilian honours, Haider Ali dedicated the Sitara-e-Imtiaz to his parents, saying their sacrifices, encouragement and prayers were decisive in his rise to become one of the country’s leading para-athletes.
Haider Ali described the award as the fulfilment of a lifelong dream to serve Pakistan and bring international recognition through sport. He expressed deep gratitude to Almighty Allah, his parents and everyone who supported him throughout his journey.
He thanked the National Paralympic Committee of Pakistan for continuous support and highlighted the role of Pakistan WAPDA in providing strong backing and opportunities that contributed to his international success. Haider Ali also credited Rd. Rizwan Aftab Ahmed, CEO of ACTIVIT and Director at National Hospital DHA Lahore, for a vital role in his preparations, noting that access to proper medical care, nutritional guidance and financial assistance allowed him to focus fully on performance.
Looking ahead, Haider Ali is firmly focused on upcoming international events including the Asian Para Games in October, the World Championship in Tashkent next year and the LA Paralympics 2028. He vowed to continue working hard to win more medals for Pakistan and raise the national flag on the world stage.
