<![CDATA[In case of any law and order outbreak to be caused by emotional DMK supporters who may turn violent as DMK leader M. Karunanidhi is still admitted to Kauvery Hospital, 2,000 cops have been positioned in Chennai. Smooth traffic operations and managing the crowds is a great challenge for the city police. Besides confirming security for VIPs heading towards the hospital, Special units are allotted for guarding essential installations and transit points. The State Police have issued an informal circular to all district unit heads and commissionerates. A senior police officer said that the circular also asked officers to keep a note of those spreading rumours about Karunanidhi's health on all platforms including social media and that they have instructed all police units to keep their forces on high alert.]]>