In Kerala, after a two-year gap forced by Covid-19 closures,  schools across the State reopened today on a high note. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the  State-level Pravesanotsavam, the celebration of entry in school, at the Government Higher Secondary School, Kazhakkuttam in Thiruvananthapuram at a colourful function this morning.  <br />''<br />''Describing schools as centers of secularism, the Chief Minister said, his Government has been able to take several measures in the education sector even during the pandemic spell.<br />''<br />''Education Minister V. Sivankutty said, safety of students would be ensured.  'Pravesanotsavam' was held in all other districts where Ministers led the event.<br />''<br />''Nearly 43 lakh students, one lakh 80 thousand teachers and close to 25 thousand non-teaching staff are expected to reach schools on the reopening day today.  Students and teachers have been advised to strictly follow Covid-19 protocols. <br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Over one lakh 72 thousand students were vaccinated against Covid-19 in a special three-day vaccination drive held for children last week. </span><br />