The species diversity and richness indices in JFM managed and adjacent scrub forests of Doni indicates the success of JFM approach in Karnataka. The Importance Value Index, Shannon and Simpson's diversity indices were analyzed for both JFM managed and adjacent scrub forests. The results inferred that, the proper protection from grazing and management of forests by involving local people has resulted in increased species composition. Even the enrichment of these degraded forests by local tree species was found to be a viable option to improve the overall density of the species.