3892 - Indra and Vritra
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Description: Indra and Vritra recounts the dramatic battle between Indra, the king of gods, and Vritra, the powerful serpent-demon who obstructed the flow of waters and plunged the world into drought and darkness. This mythological story, rooted in the Vedic tradition, symbolizes the eternal struggle between order and chaos, light and darkness. Indra’s triumph over Vritra restores life-giving rains and cosmic balance, emphasizing themes of courage, righteousness, and divine justice. Keywords: Indra, Vritra, serpent-demon, battle, drought, Vedic mythology, cosmic balance (ṛta), divine justice (dharma), victory (jaya) Ideal for: Young readers, students of Hindu mythology, enthusiasts of ancient Indian epics, and fans of heroic myths Age: 10 and above Theme: Courage (vīrya), righteousness (dharma), cosmic order (ṛta), good versus evil, restoration (pratiṣṭhā) Tone: Epic, heroic, instructive Book Type: Comic book, mythological narrative Length: Approximately 28–32 pages.