Natural Omen (Prakritik Shakun)
Lamp Smoke Going South
दीपक का धुआं दक्षिण में जाना
Category: Natural Omen (Prakritik Shakun)
Significance: Inauspicious (Ashubh)
Quick Answer
Smoke from a puja lamp drifting south is inauspicious, south is Yama's direction. Observe and perform remedies.
Last updated: 14 June 2026· Based on Brihat Samhita & classical Shakun Shastra
What Does It Mean?
Smoke direction during puja is considered significant, it carries prayer energy.
North or east-drifting smoke is auspicious; south is associated with Yama (death).
If smoke consistently drifts south, check for a draft and also perform remedies.
Remedies (Upay)
- 1.Reposition the lamp to avoid south-drifting smoke if possible.
- 2.Recite Om Yamaya Namah seven times for protection and then resume prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Is smoke from puja lamp going south inauspicious?
Yes, reposition the lamp, recite Om Yamaya Namah for protection, then continue your prayer.