Abstract
A case study was conducted in Aghberg rangeland (Quetta District) during 2005 ? 2006. Two protected sites (without fences) were established by community participation and with collaboration of UNDP and non-protected sites were public grazing area on the immediate vicinity. It was observed that species composition, diversity, total ground cover and dry matter were significantly increased in protected sites when compared to non-protected sites. It appears that rainfall limiting the abundance of species and biomass production during 2006. But the losses provided by local inhabitants and nomads were more severe due to uprooting all the plants for fuel wood and other purposes. It is suggested that community participation can play a key role in rangeland rehabilitation if they sustain these ranges for longer period.