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Detailed explanation-1: -The Department of Tourism will organize the 4th State Level Shirui Lily Festival from 25-28 May, 2022. Shirui Lily Festival is celebrated in honour of the state flower, Shirui Lily. The celebration is during the peak blooming season of the Shirui Lily, a rare and endangered flower that can only be found in Manipur.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Manipur. In Manipur, the 4th Edition of the State-Level Shirui Lily Festival 2022 will begin from May 25. This annual festival is organised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Manipur with an aim to create and raise awareness on Shirui Lily flower which is also the State Flower of Manipur.

Detailed explanation-3: -Shirui Lily Festival 2022 | Ukhrul District, Government of Manipur | India.

Detailed explanation-4: -Shirui Lily is only found on the highest hill of Manipur in the world. Celebrating the blooming season in May-June, a four-day cultural event called Shirui Lily Festival is organised to raise awareness about the endangered flora.

Detailed explanation-5: -It may be mentioned that Levin Luithui from Landgand village, Ukhrul district was crowned Miss Shirui Lily 2022 held at Shirui village. Levin Luithui is also the reigning Miss Raphei Katamnao Long 2022 (Northern Tangkhul Students’ Union).