PESHAWAR: Salma Ali, a talented athlete from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has emerged as an inspiration for young women across Pakistan after overcoming socio-cultural limitations to achieve success at the national level.
Representing the Higher Education Commission (HEC) at the 54th National Athletics Championship in Karachi, Salma won one gold and two silver medals, marking a major milestone in her sporting career.
Hailing from the conservative Malakand Division, where social norms often restrict women from pursuing professional sports, Salma managed to convince her family through her talent, commitment and dedication. Her family now fully supports her athletic ambitions.
Salma holds a Master’s degree in Sports Sciences from the University of Central Punjab. She is currently undergoing intensive training in Peshawar under the supervision of renowned coach Abid Afridi.
Her daily training routine includes fitness gym sessions, structured nutrition and endurance training as she continues to work on improving her performance.
“Winning at the national level is a huge honour, but my ultimate goal is to represent Pakistan internationally and raise the green crescent flag high on global podiums,” Salma said while speaking to media representative Ghani-ur-Rehman.
Expressing confidence in hard work and divine grace, she said, “Allah never lets anyone’s efforts go to waste. InshaAllah, my hard work will pay off, and I will make the nation proud on the international stage.”
