South East Direction and their Vastu Rules

 South East Direction and their Vastu Rules

Houses in India are mainly constructed keeping their Vastu in mind.


Vastu Shasthra is an ancient Indian science prescribing healthy rules of architecture, generated from traditional values and perceptions. According to Vastu rules, each direction have its own significance which have a direct influence upon the building as well as its dwellers.

Although Vastu states that all directions are inherently good, the positioning of the house should be done in accordance to the guidelines set forward for the different directions. This will ensure proper flow of energy throughout the house and thereby benefiting its inhabitants.

Although Vastu covers every direction, here we will be focusing on the South East direction.

Importance Of South-East (Agni) Direction

South East Direction and their Vastu Rules

Health risk for Women residents: The South East direction has the characteristics of the South and the East as well as its very own individual character. This direction is also called as Agneya as it is ruled by Agni (FIRE) and is said to be radiant in nature. Venus is said to reign this direction, and since Venus embodies femininity, if there are any defects related to the SE direction, the lady of the house will suffer the most discomfort.

Vastu Remedy: In order to control the flow of negative energy through this door, 2 stickers of the Gayatri Mantra can be stuck to the door from both sides. Gem therapy is also a good way to control and prevent negative energy from entering the house.

Discomfort in marriage

The SE direction is also associated with sex and married life and hurdles in the SE portion of the house can bring about discomfort in marriage. A toilet or bathroom or an underground water body or opening in the South East direction are not advisable. To remedy any obstacle, hang a picture of a burning candle on the south wall of the bath room.

In case any inhabitant of the house is unable to get a marriage alliance or lives alone, it might be due to improper Vastu in the South East or North West directions. Entry from North West and underground water in South East or vice versa can result in loneliness and instability in life.

Vastu Remedy: Gemstones like coral, sapphire, diamond and crystals that are infused with the proper mantras can help dispel obstacles in the South East direction. Always seek the advice of a Vastu consultant when building your home or if you find something defective any areas in your life.

Even though you might meet with hassles if improperly done, the South East direction also has some good properties. The direction is a great place to set up the kitchen, for making electrical slot, placing generators, boilers etc. Keep the South East corner free of defects for a steady, progressive and peaceful life.

Do’s and Don’ts

Vastu dosh in South East direction may affect the health of women in the house.

Vastu dosh in South East direction also affect the married life or in conceiving a child.

South East direction is recommended for Master bed room.

Vastu restricts doors, toilet/bathroom or an underground water body in South East direction.