Ukhrul, Manipur | 20–25 May 2025
As the picturesque hills of Ukhrul prepare to welcome thousands of visitors for the Shirui Lily Festival 2025, the Government of Manipur has announced dedicated bus and helicopter services to make travel smoother and more accessible for festivalgoers.
🚍 Special Festival Bus Services from Imphal to Ukhrul
To accommodate the surge of visitors, three dedicated buses will operate daily between Imphal ISBT and Shirui Public Ground, Ukhrul, throughout the festival duration from 20th to 25th May 2025.
✅ Bus Schedule (Daily):
- Bus No. MN01BA-0408
- 07:00 AM — ISBT to Shirui Public Ground
- 01:30 PM — Shirui Public Ground to ISBT
- Bus No. MN01BA-0067
- 08:00 AM — ISBT to Shirui Public Ground
- 02:00 PM — Shirui Public Ground to ISBT
- Bus No. MN01BA-0070
- 08:15 AM — ISBT to Shirui Public Ground
- 02:30 PM — Shirui Public Ground to ISBT
🎟️ Fare: ₹200 per trip
🔹 Additional ₹10 for ferry service from Shirui foothill to hilltop.
🔹 Tickets can be booked at ISBT or directly from the bus conductor.
🚁 Helicopter Services: Imphal – Ukhrul – Imphal
For those looking for a quicker and more scenic route, helicopter services are being made available during the festival.
🚁 Flight Schedule:
- Imphal to Ukhrul
- Departure: 09:30 AM
- Arrival: 10:00 AM
- Ukhrul to Imphal
- Departure: 10:10 AM
- Arrival: 10:40 AM
💸 Fare: ₹2500 per person
🧾 Booking Information:
- From Imphal:
Imphal International Airport
📞 #70052 03080, #70036 11936 - From Ukhrul:
Contact: Mr. Rameson WS
📍 Dept. of IT, Room 312, East Block, Mini Secretariat, Ukhrul
📞 #87328 51945
📌 Travel Tips:
- Plan your journey early, especially if opting for helicopter service (limited seats).
- Arrive at the boarding points 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Consider the ferry service for those heading to the Shirui Peak hilltop.
🌸 Be Part of the Celebration!
Whether you choose to travel by road or take in the aerial view of the hills, reaching the Shirui Lily Festival has never been easier. Enjoy the scenic drive or soar above the clouds—either way, the celebration of nature, culture, and unity awaits you in Ukhrul.
Stay tuned for more updates on the festival schedule, artist lineup, and local attractions!
👉 For more information, visit: ShiruiLilyFestival.com
