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Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla Inaugurates 5th Shirui Lily Festival 2025 in Ukhrul.

National | Dated: 27 May 2025

In May 2025, Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the 5th edition of the Shirui Lily Festival 2025 at Shirui Village, Ukhrul district, Manipur. The festival commemorates the 75th anniversary of the discovery of the rare Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae) and aims to promote sustainable tourism, eco-tourism, and environmental awareness.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The festival is organised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Manipur, in collaboration with the Ukhrul District Administration, and takes place from May 20th to 24th, 2025.
  • - The festival is organised with the vision of fostering peace, unity, and biodiversity conservation, with this year’s theme focusing on: “Celebrating Peace and Harmony in Diversity.”
  • - Ukhrul, known as the "crown jewel of Manipur's hill districts," is celebrated for its rich cultural and ecological heritage.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Governor Bhalla also inaugurated the State Level Flower Show Competition and launched the Farmer FIRST Programme input distribution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi.
  • (ii) This programme benefits farmers from Shangshak Khullen, Ukhrul (Manipur).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who inaugurated the 5th Shirui Lily Festival 2025 in Ukhrul, Manipur?

Correct Answer: Ajay Kumar Bhalla

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About Manipur

  • Governor: Ajay Kumar Bhalla
  • Capital: Imphal