Pakistani kid advances to final round of International Quran recitation competition

By Muhammad JuniadPublished On 04 Sep 2023

In the global competition of Quranic recitation held at Masjid al-Haram, a 14-year-old Pakistani student, Hafiz Azam Tariq, advanced to the final round, captivating the hearts of the audience with his mesmerizing recitation.

With 166 participants from 117 countries competing until September 6 in Saudi Arabia, Hafiz Azam Tariq's remarkable recitation skills secured him a spot in the finals.

The Quranic reading competition offers substantial rewards, with the first-place winner receiving a prize of two hundred thousand Saudi Riyals, the second-place winner earning one hundred and ninety thousand Saudi Riyals, and the third-place contestant awarded one hundred and eighty thousand Saudi Riyals.

It's worth noting that Hafiz Azam Tariq had previously secured the top position in the national-level Quranic recitation competition in Pakistan, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication.