All DSPs (Deputy Superintendents of Police) and Station House Officers (SHOs) have been asked to have discussions with Sarpanches and Kisan leaders to sensitise them about the ill effects of stubble burning.
Srinagar Meteorological Centre had on Saturday predicted flash floods, landslides and mudslides for the next two days.
A Red Alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rains of over 20 cm in 24 hours, while an Orange Alert means very heavy rains from 6 cm to 20 cm of rain.
The districts that are on alert include Chengalpattu, Villupuram and Kancheepuram.
The Meteorology Department said the red alert was issued due to the prevailing low-level atmospheric disturbance over southeast of Sri Lanka
Kuldeep Srivastava, the head of the regional forecasting centre of the IMD, said some respite from the stifling heat is expected in the national capital on May 28 due to a fresh Western Disturbance and easterly winds at lower levels.
As per intelligence inputs, 3-4 hardcore and 'highly-motivated' terrorists are suspected to be present in the national capital.
Meanwhile, the IMD has predicted high tide to hit at 14:23 pm, with a height of 3.83 meters and a low tide is expected around 20:28 pm, with a hight of 0.98 meters.
However, entry/exit at four stations of Violet Line - Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, Delhi Gate and ITO will be permitted from select entry/exit gates during the ceremony.
Meanwhile, one shutter of Kallarkutty Dam situated in Idukki district has been opened following heavy rains in the catchment area.
