Lord Shiv and Goddess Parvati’s Triumph Over Swarth

As Ganesh tells Narad about Shiv Shakti playing the damru and celebrating Holi, Nandi and the Shiv Ganas join in the festivities. Meanwhile, Lord Narayan reflects on Shiv and Shakti’s past separation.

The powerful sound of the damru reaches humans, breaking Swarth’s influence over them. Despite Swarth’s attempts to spread selfishness again, he fails as humans declare that Lord Shiv is calling them. As Shiv Shakti continues playing the damru, Lord Shiv welcomes the gathering and teaches them that ash represents the ultimate truth of life. He and Goddess Parvati throw ash on humans, freeing them from illusions. Seeing ongoing conflicts on earth, Lord Shiv spreads ash everywhere, restoring balance. Humans recognize his divine intervention, pray to the Shivling, and embrace each other in harmony.

Accepting defeat, Swarth questions how Shiv Shakti overpowered him, and Shukracharya confirms Lord Shiv’s victory. Lord Shiv then declares that from now on, Holi will be celebrated with ash along with colors. As humans rejoice, Diti urges Swarth to use his power on ash, but Shukracharya warns it won’t work. Enraged, Swarth vows to challenge Lord Shiv and departs, ignoring warnings from Shukracharya and Diti.

Goddess Parvati reassures Lord Shiv that they have found a way to defeat Swarth and can soon return to Kailash. However, Lord Shiv warns that ash alone cannot defeat Swarth, making the battle difficult. When Swarth reaches the cremation ground and demands a battle, Lord Shiv challenges him to step forward. However, Swarth is unable to enter, forcing him to retreat. Declaring this only the beginning, he leaves, setting the stage for an impending confrontation.