Mohsin Naqvi, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, Salik Hussain and community leaders join the festivities
\nFLORIDA
\nA grand and memorable celebration was held in Lauderhill, Florida, following Pakistan cricket team\u2019s remarkable victory against the West Indies in the three-match T20 series.
\nThe event witnessed enthusiastic participation not only from the local Pakistani community but also from key government officials of Pakistan and prominent religious, social, business, and media personalities based in the United States.
\nThe ceremony was organised by renowned Pakistani-American Democratic leader Tahir Javed, who praised the performance of the national cricket team and expressed his best wishes for the players. He described the occasion as a reflection of national unity and the shared passion of Pakistanis across the globe.
\nAmong the distinguished guests were Federal Interior Minister and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi, Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources Chaudhry Salik Hussain, and Pakistan\u2019s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh.
\nAlso present were Mian Tahir Ismail, President of the Islamic Center of Greater Miami; Mian Mushtaq, a well-known Florida businessman; Raees Ahmed, Director of JRJ Innovations; Amin Markatia, CEO of Azan Holdings; Afzal Qureshi, President of Cricket Council USA; Ahsan Asad, Board Member of ICNA Social Justice USA; Musharraf Khan, Director of Asia Times; and Dr Asim Asad, Head of ICNA Social Justice USA.
\nThe attendees expressed their joy and national pride by chanting slogans of \u201cPakistan Zindabad\u201d while waving the national flag. A beautifully decorated cake was also cut during the event to commemorate the victory, further adding to the festive spirit.
\nOne of the most memorable moments came when Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh joined in the celebration by waving their hands to the beat of the music and performing a lighthearted bhangra dance. The crowd erupted in applause and joy as the atmosphere turned electric with unity and national pride.
\nThe widely circulated video on social media shows Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh stepping beyond his official role, mingling warmly with the Pakistani diaspora, and expressing sincere joy over the team\u2019s triumph \u2014 a true display of heartfelt patriotism and connection with the people.
\nIn his speech, host Tahir Javed applauded PCB Chairman Naqvi\u2019s efforts to promote young talent and modernise the national team.
\nHe remarked that the results of these visionary steps will soon be evident, adding that this victory is not merely a sports achievement but a powerful symbol of national dignity and unity \u2014 something every Pakistani can take pride in.
\nThis celebration was not just a tribute to Pakistan\u2019s cricket success, but a living portrait of love and loyalty to the homeland, deeply rooted in the hearts of overseas Pakistanis \u2014 a spirit that filled the air of Florida with renewed energy and pride.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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