Chennai, May 19 -- As the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai predicted an increase in rainfall across the state, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has instructed all district collectors to ensure the functioning of the emergency control room at all times.

He has also instructed the district administrations to ensure the readiness of rescue vehicles and equipment to handle the southwest monsoon, which usually occurs from June to September, bringing in rainfall over parts of south India.

The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister has also directed the officials to make arrangements for the rescue camps, which must be hygienic with facilities for essential things, including water, electricity, and food.

"We are to face the Southwest Mon...