President Confers Pride of Performance Award on Veteran Actor Rashid Waheed Khawaja

President Asif Ali Zardari has conferred Pakistan’s prestigious civil awards on distinguished individuals from various fields in a ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr.

Among the recipients, renowned Pakistani television actor Rashid Waheed Khawaja was awarded the Pride of Performance in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry.

Rashid Waheed Khawaja is widely respected for his versatile roles in Pakistani dramas spanning several decades. His performances have earned him a significant place in the country’s media landscape.

The ceremony honoured a large number of Pakistanis for their services in fields including arts, medicine, public service, education, and social welfare. Other major awards included Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, Sitara-e-Khidmat, and Tamgha-e-Shujaat.

Senior government officials, parliamentarians, and notable personalities attended the investiture ceremony.