Sri Lanka, Aug. 13 -- Sri Lanka Police has introduced a new WhatsApp number for the general public to directly inform the office of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) pertaining to crimes and various other issues they encounter.

Issuing a statement in this regard, the Police Media Division noted that Sri Lanka Police is committed to performing its duties with dedication to ensure public safety.

"It has been observed that there is a need to protect the rights of the public by giving priority to their concerns and enabling them to directly inform the IGP's office about crimes and other issues they face," the statement added.

Accordingly, IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya has introduced the new WhatsApp number, 071-8598888, effective today (1...