Kerala Grants School Holiday for FIFA World Cup Final, Students Get Monday Off

The Kerala Education Department announced that all schools will be closed on the day of the FIFA World Cup final, scheduled for Saturday. In addition, students will receive Monday as a holiday to compensate for the lost day. The decision aims to allow students to watch the match and reduce travel congestion. Parents and teachers have welcomed the move, citing the importance of balancing academics and leisure. The final will be played in Qatar between the United States and Argentina.