Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently met with five-year-old Sufiyan Mehsood, who achieved a Guinness World Record for the “fastest time to climb around a person.” During the meeting, the prime minister praised Sufiyan for making Pakistan proud and highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for young people to participate in sports and other positive activities.
Sufiyan’s remarkable accomplishment has brought joy and pride to his family and the entire nation. In response, the prime minister instructed authorities to improve sports facilities for the youth, believing that talented young people like Sufiyan represent a bright future for Pakistan. He acknowledged that Pakistani youth are excelling in various fields, including sports, and their achievements are a source of national pride.
Sufiyan shared his aspiration of becoming a scientist with the prime minister, who spoke to him in Pashto to encourage him further. The meeting also included a discussion with Sufiyan’s father, Irfan Mehsood, who is a martial arts expert and holds over 100 Guinness World Records. The prime minister directed the PM Youth Programme to work with Irfan’s sports academy to promote a wide range of sports across the country, aiming to nurture and support young talent.
The meeting underscores the government’s commitment to fostering youth talent and providing the necessary resources to help them succeed.
