Plastic pollution, a global environmental crisis, has long been recognized for its detrimental effects on marine ecosystems (Thushari and Senevirathna 2020). However, its impact on terrestrial environments, particularly soil ecosystems, has only recently begun to receive the attention it deserves (Gaur et al. 2024). Among the various components of soil, microflora, which includes bacteria, fungi, and archaea, plays a pivotal role in maintaining soil health and ecosystem functioning (Odelade and Babalola 2019). These microorganisms are responsible for nutrient cycling, organic matter decomposition, and maintaining soil structure (Wu et al. 2024). The intrusion of plastic, especially microplastics and nanoplastics, into soils poses a significant threat to these critical microbial communities, with far-reaching consequences for soil health, agricultural productivity, and ecosystem resilience (Seo et al. 2024).