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Assures Development, Water Supply For Ukhrul Villages

The village of shirui in Manipur, India, has decided to ban the killing and hunting of animals and birds for three years. This is the first time such a ban has been implemented in Manipur, and it includes a prohibition on the use of airguns and firearms. The village, known for its state flower shirui lily, wants to promote conservation and protect biodiversity in the area. The ban is timely as migratory birds, including the Amur falcon, have recently arrived in large numbers.

Manipur's Tourism Department is set to host the 5th State-Level shirui Lily Festival from May 20th to 24th, marking the 75th anniversary of its state flower. The festival, held across multiple locations in Ukhrul, aims to raise awareness about the endangered shirui Lily.

The 5th State-Level shirui Lily Festival is set to commence today, May 20, 2025, at Ukhrul, Manipur, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the state's iconic shirui Lily. The festival will feature cultural performances, adventure activities, cooking competitions, and music concerts. The four-day event will conclude on May 24 with a closing ceremony.

Inaugurating the five-day shirui Festival at Tangkhul Naga dominated Ukhrul district on Tuesday, chief minister Nonthombam Biren Singh, announced a Rs 5-crore development package for shirui.

The second day of the shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul showcased Manipur's cultural diversity through literary discussions, culinary competitions, and traditional performances. A memorial dedicated to the shirui Lily was unveiled alongside gospel music. Adventure sports, film screenings, and live music entertained visitors, highlighting local talent and celebrating the region's heritage.

Manipur's Ukhrul district recently hosted the 5th State-Level shirui Lily Festival, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the iconic flower's discovery. The five-day event, organized by the Department of Tourism, showcased Manipur's rich culture, adventure tourism potential, and commitment to ecological awareness.

An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 on the Richter scale hit shirui in Manipur on Tuesday.

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh has invited a delegation from Nagaland to participate in the annual shirui Lily Festival at shirui village in Ukhrul district from May 16 to 20.

Renowned rock bands Nazareth and Extreme will belt out their greatest hits at the picturesque shirui mountain ranges in Ukhurl district during the "3rd State Level 'shirui Festival 2019' from October 16 to 19.

British progressive metal band Monuments will rock a capacity crowd at Bakshi ground in the hill town of Ukhrul on Saturday, the last day of the “ShiRock 2022” competition at the Ukhrul district headquarters.

The third day of the shirui Lily Festival in Manipur showcased a diverse range of activities, from intellectual discussions and culinary competitions to adventurous sports and musical performances. The festival, celebrating the state flower's 75th anniversary, emphasized cultural preservation and ecological awareness.