: It is a grant allowing right-holders to extract "Taur" (a massive evergreen climber) from forest lands without payment.
: Bauhinia vahlii (Taur) is a hardy climber found in various forest divisions like Bilaspur, Nurpur, and Joginder Nagar. Taur free
: Its large, durable leaves are culturally significant in Himachal Pradesh for serving Langar (community meals). Recently, there has been a push to revive this tradition at major sites like the Taradevi Temple to reduce plastic waste. : It is a grant allowing right-holders to
: Harvesting must be done under the directions of the local forest department to ensure sustainable forest management. Recently, there has been a push to revive
: It is primarily granted for use as fuel and for making traditional leaf plates (pattals).
: Taur is often classified among "green shrubs" or miscellaneous forest produce that can be collected when other primary timber or firewood sources are unavailable or restricted. Botanical and Cultural Significance