The concept did not figure in the architecture and infrastructure syllabi but faculty members feel that if concepts prevalent in the West are taught to students, then ancient Indian architectural traditions should be taught to them as well.

They are of the belief that Vastu studies are not rooted in religion but instead have a scientific basis, the introduction of which will open up new avenues, they said.

The Ranbir and Chitra Gupta School of Infrastructure Design and Management (RCGSIDM) of IIT Kharagpur held its first workshop on the subject, 'Vastu in Global Perspective', on Sunday, attracting Vastu experts from across the country.