Kozhikode, Aug. 22 -- The Kerala Education Department has announced that students will not be required to wear uniforms in schools on festival days.

According to the new order, festivals such as Onam, Christmas, and Ramadan will now be exempted from the mandatory uniform rule, allowing students to attend school in traditional or festive attire.

The order will help foster a festive spirit and respect for cultural diversity among children.

Earlier, Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty on August 10 announced the launch of 'Surakshamitram', a new initiative aimed at strengthening child safety across schools in the state.

In a post on X, the minister said the programme, introduced by the General Education Department, will enable students...