Sri Lanka, Jan. 4 -- A message currently circulating on social media and messaging platforms, titled as a "Police Notice" and containing a list of safety instructions, has not been issued by Sri Lanka Police, the Police headquarters has stated.

The contents, wording, and directives in that message are unauthorised and misleading, and therefore the general public has been urged not to treat it as an official police communication.

However, the Police headquarters noted that it remains fully committed to maintaining law and order and ensuring the safety and security of all citizens across the country.

The public has also been urged to verify the contents before sharing messages, especially those claiming to be from government institutions...