Volume 2 - Issue 2, March - April 2026

Soil quality assessment is essential for sustainable land use and agricultural productivity. The present study evaluates the Soil Quality Index (SQI) of soils collected from Gandhinagar area, Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh), based on selected physico-chemical parameters. Soil samples were collected from multiple sites and analyzed for pH, electrical conductivity (EC), organic carbon, macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium), and micronutrients such as zinc, iron, manganese, and copper using standard laboratory methods. The results indicate moderate variability in soil properties, with pH ranging from slightly acidic to neutral and EC values within permissible limits, suggesting non-saline conditions. Organic carbon and nutrient levels showed spatial variation, influencing overall soil fertility. The SQI was calculated using a weighted index approach, integrating key parameters to provide a comprehensive assessment of soil health. The findings reveal that soils in the study area are generally suitable for agriculture but require proper nutrient management practices to enhance productivity and sustainability.

Shailesh Kumar Dewangan, Dhaemendra Kumar Yadav,"Evaluation of Soil Quality Index Based on Physico-Chemical Parameters in Gandhinagar Area of Ambikapur (C.G.)" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(2): Page(920-926) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.