How to Keep Shankh in Pooja Room: Vastu Tips & Rituals
By Sagar Florist – Fresh Flowers & Pooja Essentials Delivered to Your Door
The Shankh (conch shell) holds a sacred place in Hinduism. It’s not just a decorative item—it’s a divine symbol used in temples and homes to attract positive vibrations and ward off negativity. But simply owning a Shankh is not enough. You must place it correctly in your pooja room and follow certain rituals to reap its full spiritual benefits.
In this blog, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to keep Shankh in your pooja room as per Hindu tradition and Vastu Shastra.
🪔 Significance of Shankh in Hinduism
- Symbol of purity, prosperity, and positive energy
- Associated with Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
- Used in aarti and temple rituals to purify the space
- Blowing the Shankh creates auspicious sound vibrations
🧿 Types of Shankh and Their Uses
- Dakshinavarti Shankh (Right-Turned)
- Rare and highly auspicious
- Symbol of wealth and blessings from Goddess Lakshmi
- Best for keeping in the pooja room for daily worship
- Vamavarti Shankh (Left-Turned)
- Used for blowing during aarti and rituals
- Commonly found in most households
📍 Where to Place the Shankh in Pooja Room (Vastu Tips)
✅ Place the Shankh on the Right Side of the Deity
Especially near Vishnu or Lakshmi idols. Never place it directly facing the idol.
✅ Keep the Tip Facing Inwards (Not Towards the Door)
It should invite positive energy, not direct it away.
✅ Use a Clean Plate or Small Stand
Do not place the Shankh directly on the floor or in front of feet.
✅ Do Not Use the Same Shankh for Blowing and Offering
One Shankh should be used for rituals like blowing, and another for offering water or Gangajal to deities.
⚠️ Important Do’s and Don’ts
✅ Do’s:
- Wash the Shankh regularly with clean water or Gangajal.
- Keep fresh flowers or Tulsi leaves near it.
- Offer Gangajal from the Shankh to deities during morning pooja.
- Blow the Shankh (Vamavarti) once or twice daily to purify the space.
❌ Don’ts:
- Never use the same Shankh for offering and blowing.
- Do not place the Shankh in the south direction.
- Avoid keeping a broken or damaged Shankh.
- Never offer milk from a Shankh—it’s considered inauspicious.
🌼 Enhance Your Shankh Rituals with Fresh Flowers
At Sagar Florist, we deliver fresh pooja flowers that perfectly complement your sacred rituals. Add purity and fragrance to your Shankh worship with:
- Marigold and Rose Garlands
- Lotus for Vishnu and Lakshmi
- Tulsi Leaves and Mango Leaves
- Ashoka Leaves and Pooja Thalis
We also offer Gangajal sourced from Gangotri, perfect for filling your Shankh with divinity.
🛕 Final Thoughts
Placing the Shankh in your pooja room with the right intention and respect can bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment to your home. Follow these simple rituals and vastu tips, and let the sacred vibrations of the Shankh transform your space.
