Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Police said yesterday that an increasing number of Sri Lankans are reported to be turning to online sexual content production as several adult websites and mobile applications operated overseas offer monetary incentives.

It was revealed that many users, particularly young couples, have reportedly been attracted by the belief that their identities will remain concealed and that such activities can be carried out discreetly from home.

However, police warned that promoting, producing or distributing sexual content online is illegal in Sri Lanka, and individuals involved can face prosecution.

A senior officer told the Daily Mirror that although some websites operate from foreign jurisdictions, participation and facili...