How gall caterpillar attack amla plant ?

During the wet season, young caterpillars burrow into the apical section of the shoot and create tunnels. As a result, apical regrowth is inhibited, side shoots sprout beneath the gall, and future development in the next season is impeded significantly. The pest will be controlled by cutting off the affected apices and using a systemic insecticide like Dimethoate 0.03 percent as a preventative measure.