The Battle Against Shukracharya and the Emergence of Swarth

As Devraj Indra battles Shukracharya, Diti gathers the Asur’s ashes for the yagya. Fearing its completion, Devraj Indra seeks Lord Narayan’s help. Lord Narayan insists they must stop the yagya at any cost and suggests combining their power against Shukracharya. Meanwhile, Diti urges the Asurs to sacrifice themselves, assuring them their sacrifice will bring a new beginning to Asurlok. Shukracharya commands the Asurs to chant Har Har Mahadev and jump into the yagya, and they obey

Rahu warns Shukracharya that the Devtas are prepared for battle, but Shukracharya remains confident. When Lord Narayan declares that the yagya will be stopped, Shukracharya insists it cannot be prevented. Diti stands by Shukracharya, declaring her father’s blessings ensure their victory. A fierce battle erupts between the Devtas, Shukracharya, and Diti.

Meanwhile, Lord Shiv, distressed by his inability to halt the yagya, contemplates sacrificing himself. He calls upon Sadashiv, but Goddess Parvati intervenes, urging him to stay calm. Despite her reassurances, Lord Shiv expresses his helplessness, fearing the Asurs’ victory will bring disastrous consequences.

As the battle rages, Devraj Indra questions why they cannot triumph. Lord Narayan attributes their struggle to Diti’s boon, which aids the Asurs. Suddenly, a mysterious laughter fills the air. Rahu questions Diti about the sound as animals and birds arrive, engaging in violent fights. The devotees’ eyes change color, and they turn against each other. Chandradev, confused, asks Devraj Indra about the chaos, but even he is unable to comprehend it.

Goddess Parvati senses an ominous presence as Swarth emerges from the yagya flames. Chandradev asks about the entity, and Lord Shiv identifies it as Swarth. Diti rejoices, while Shukracharya proclaims that the Asurs’ sacrifice was not in vain—Swarth has come to destroy the world. Lord Shiv explains to Goddess Parvati that swarth/selfishness is the root of all sin. He warns that once Swarth enters a person’s heart, it changes their nature completely, overpowering love and leading to destruction. Goddess Parvati is deeply troubled, realizing the dire consequences. Lord Shiv acknowledges that Swarth is the counterforce to Shivatva (divine consciousness) and fears for the world’s future.

Shukracharya, eager to use swarth as a weapon against Shivatva, welcomes him into Lord Shiv’s world. As Swarth laughs ominously, a new threat looms over existence.