DURGA : PARA SHAKTI by KALA_DAO

Durga in Hinduism, is a principal form of the Goddess, also known as Devi & Shakti. According to legend, Durga was created for the slaying of the buffalo demon Mahisasura by Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, & the lesser gods, who were otherwise powerless to overcome him. Embodying their collective energy(shakti), she is both derivative from the male divinities & the true source of their inner power. Durga-puja, held annually in her honour, is one of the great festivals of India.

She is also an important figure in the Indian Arts and Culture Scene. This unique piece of art is born out of an interesting idea about amalgamating the two great powers on this planet, religion & technology, thereby combining the positive energies & divinity from Indian culture with a futuristic vision. This could be very much possible in the future where a major part of the human population will worship such hybridised religion.

Art by Udit Kumar Visual artist, Illustrator. Inspired by Vincent, Warhol, Sabet. @udit