Mohsin Nawaz received formal congratulations from Defence Minister Khawaja Asif after emerging as a prominent name in F Class long-range shooting and being awarded the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, the first time a shooting athlete in Pakistan has earned this honour.
The minister noted that Mohsin Nawaz’s strong finishes in European tournaments and consistent international performance have raised the profile of shooting sports across Pakistan, drawing attention to a discipline that has long been under the radar.
Khawaja Asif praised Nawaz for bringing momentum to Pakistan’s sporting landscape, saying his achievements have helped place Pakistan on the global map of long-range shooting and inspired wider interest at home.
Beyond medals and rankings, Mohsin Nawaz has been recognised for promoting discipline, focus and mental strength—qualities the minister highlighted as essential for young athletes considering shooting sports as a career.
Nawaz’s background as a sports psychologist and his study of emotional well-being and the psychological challenges faced by competitors were singled out as valuable contributions. The minister stressed that attention to mental health and resilience will be vital for the future development of sports in Pakistan.
By combining elite performance with work on athlete mental health, Mohsin Nawaz is helping open new avenues for training and support that could change the way shooting and other sports are nurtured in Pakistan.
