A Chinese tourist suffered severe injuries after leaning out of a moving train in Sri Lanka to take photos, sparking criticism from mainland netizens.

In response to the accident, Sri Lankan authorities have reiterated safety guidelines, urging travellers to avoid leaning out of train doors. The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka also issued an advisory on March 10, warning tourists to exercise caution and avoid taking unnecessary risks while travelling.

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A tourist in Sri Lanka sustained severe injuries after she leaned out of a moving train for photos and hit her head on a tunnel wall.