In Kerala, Government has directed ration shops to function today in the wake of nation-wide general strike tomorrow and day after.<br />''<br />'' The State-run Supplyco outlets will also remain open, while  Co-operative societies have been given an option to function today.  <br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">The State Road Transport Corporation has decided to provide essential bus service to hospitals, airports and railway stations on the strike days.  Additional buses will be plied to clear rush today and Wednesday.</span><br />