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Remediation measures of waterlogged soils and its distribution, categories in the world
Authors
Trilok Nath Rai, Kedar Nath Rai, Sanjeev Kumar Rai, Rajeev Kumar Rai, Pankaj Nautiyal
Abstract
Waterlogged soils
represent one of the most challenging constraints to global food security and
sustainable land management, affecting an estimated 640 million hectares
worldwide. This comprehensive review synthesizes current knowledge on the
global distribution, paedogenic characterization, and reclamation strategies of
waterlogged soils. We examine the geomorphological and climatic drivers of
waterlogging across major agroecological zones, analyse soil morphological,
physical, chemical, and biological characteristics under prolonged saturation,
and critically evaluate established and emerging reclamation technologies.
Evidence from over 150 peer-reviewed studies published between 1990 and 2024 is
integrated. Key findings indicate that anaerobic conditions induced by
waterlogging trigger cascading redox reactions—including iron and manganese
reduction, denitrification, and methanogenesis—that profoundly alter nutrient
cycling, soil structure, and microbial communities. Reclamation success depends
on accurate diagnosis of waterlogging cause, integration of drainage
engineering with biological and chemical amendments, and long-term monitoring.
Future directions include precision drainage design, climate-adaptive
management, and leveraging remote sensing for large-scale waterlogging mapping.
This review serves as a reference for soil scientists, agronomists, and
land-use planners managing waterlogged landscapes.
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Pages:36-42
How to cite this article:
Trilok Nath Rai, Kedar Nath Rai, Sanjeev Kumar Rai, Rajeev Kumar Rai, Pankaj Nautiyal "Remediation measures of waterlogged soils and its distribution, categories in the world". World Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 2, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 36-42
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