As per the recent announcement from Manipur Tourism, Shirui Lily Festival 2018 will be held during April 24-28 at Ukhrul district. The opening ceremony will be held at the TNL ground and the closing ceremony will be held at the Bakshi Ground. Two international bands from USA, SteelHeart and Queensrÿche will also come to perform in it.
Shirui Lily is known as the state flower of Manipur and the department will sponsor this festival as the department wants to spread awareness about conservation of the endangered Shirui Lily.
Considering huge inflow of tourists, over 1,100 home-stays have been identified to support about 3,000 overnight travellers. Rooms are available in three categories (category A – Rs. 1000 per person, category b – Rs. 750 per person and category C – Rs 500 per person).
Six buses will also be available to and fro between Imphal and Ukhrul. The buses shall depart ISBT Complex, Deulahland at Imphal every day.