A policeman released on traffic duties in Katugastota, Kandy has been hailed a hero after he saved a lady from drowning in the Mahaweli River.The 21-year-old lady had actually fallen from the Katugastota Bridge and the traffic police officer after being notified of the occurrence had rapidly responded and jumped into the river to rescue her.The saved lady, a location resident, has been admitted to the Katugastota Hospital for treatment, Police stated.