Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the spirit of excavator driver Mohibullah for saving the lives of people who were trapped in the flash flood in Qila Abdullah by risking his own life.    

The Prime Minister was talking to driver Mohibullah, who was invited at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad today.

The Prime Minister said you are the hero of the nation for saving precious human lives by showing courage.

The Prime Minister rewarded him with two point five million rupees on behalf of the Government of Pakistan in recognition of his bravery.  He also announced provision of free education to Mohibullah's children up to university level as well as free health facilities for his family members.

The Prime Minister said the entire nation including me is proud of you and I deeply admire your love for humanity.

In his remarks, Mohibullah expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and the government for appreciating his step and sparing valuable time for him. He said that it is a matter of honor for meeting the Prime Minister of the country and he is deeply grateful for being honored by the Prime Minister on his arrival at the Prime Minister's House.