This study investigates the impact of untreated textile dye effluents on soil in Thangallapally village, located 6 kilometers from Siricilla district headquarters. The village is surrounded by textile industry that discharges wastewater directly into open land, subsequently, it impacts the near area soil fertility. Soil samples were collected from agricultural fields which impacted with dying effluents and analyzed for their physicochemical properties. Parameters such as pH, Electrical Conductivity (EC), Water Holding Capacity (WHC), Organic Carbon (OC), Organic Matter (OM), Bicarbonates, Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Sodium (Na), Phosphates, and Potash were examined using standard protocols.
The results revealed significant differences between contaminated (dying impacted area) and non-contaminated (Not impacted by dying effluents) soils. Contaminated soil exhibited higher pH, EC, bicarbonates, calcium, magnesium, and sodium levels, and slightly elevated organic matter, reflecting the adverse effects of effluent irrigation. In contrast, non-contaminated soil demonstrated balanced pH, reduced salinity, and lower concentrations of potentially harmful elements, making it more suitable for agriculture. This study emphasizes the need for effective management strategies, including effluent treatment and soil remediation, to mitigate environmental impacts and preserve soil health in industrially influenced agricultural regions.