Run for Nongin: Shirui Lily Festival to Host Marathon & Trash Race to Champion Conservation of Manipur’s State Bird

Ukhrul, May 8: For the first time, as part of the Shirui Lily Festival 2025, 7 Sisters Foundation, in collaboration with the Manipur Forest Department and the Manipur Olympic Association, will organize two special events to support the conservation of the State Bird – Nongin.

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Event Date: 17th May 2025
Start Time: 5:00 AM
Venue: Forest Division Office, Phungreitang, Ukhrul District

EVENTS:

1. MARATHON (Men Only) “Run for Nongin”
   Route: From DFO Office, Phungreitang to Shirui Village Gate
   Prizes:
   1st Prize: ₹30,000
   2nd Prize: ₹20,000
   3rd Prize: ₹10,000
   Consolation prizes for Top 10

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Registration:
Contact: +91 6009577896 (Pre-registration required)

2. Run for Nongin “TRASH COLLECTION RACE” (Open to All)
   Route: From DFO Office, Phungreitang to Bakshi Ground, Hungpung
   Prizes:
   1st Prize: ₹20,000
   2nd Prize: ₹10,000
   3rd Prize: ₹5,000

Registration:
On-the-spot registration at the venue.

Come be a part of this two meaningful events. Join us in celebrating nature, promoting fitness and cleanliness and supporting environmental conservation!