Lahore: "Every life is precious, those who rescued 25 people are national heroes," said Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif while expressing gratitude over safe evacuation of 25 people trapped in flood in Shakargarh area. She congratulated and paid tribute to Shakargarh administration and rescue team for conducting a timely rescue operation.

Madam Chief Minister said,"Flood is a natural disaster, but safety of people's lives and property will be ensured at all costs." She appealed to the people to stay away from the passage of rivers and streams, as it is important to move to a safe place well in time.