Winch-Based Removal of Lantana – A Scalable Solution
Addressing these priorities, we adopted a semi-mechanised approach involving a winch-pulling method, which has proven to be a balanced solution for both ecological and practical considerations. This method was particularly effective in areas with moderate to dense Lantana infestations. It has been successfully implemented in the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve, Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary—three critical regions of the Western Ghats known for their...