• Sanskrit Name: Agneya
• Presiding Deity: Agni (Fire God)
• Element: Fire (Agni)
• Qualities: Energy, passion, vitality, transformation

Rules and Significance:

• The southeast is associated with the fire element and is ruled by Agni, the god of fire. It is the ideal place for fire-related activities.
• The kitchen should always be placed in the southeast corner, as it aligns with the fiery energy of this direction. Cooking stoves should face east.
• Avoid placing bedrooms or water-related elements (e.g., bathrooms) in the southeast, as they conflict with the fire element and can cause disharmony or health issues.
• Excessive fire in the southeast can lead to increased aggression or tension. Maintaining balance in this area is crucial for maintaining peace.
• Ideal Rooms: The kitchen should be placed in the southeast, as it aligns with the fire element. The person cooking should face east to harness the positive energy from the rising sun.
• Avoid: Avoid placing bedrooms, toilets, or Pooja rooms in the southeast. The fire energy can disturb peace in the bedroom and create disharmony. Toilets in this corner can create health and digestive issues.