Summary: Krishna and Arjuna fought a fierce battle, celebrating their victory with gods, Gandharvas, Charanas, Rishis, Yukshas, and great Nagas. The destruction was due to Dhritarashtra's partiality and skepticism towards the Pandavas, causing the supreme lord to ignite the flame of war. The sons of Taraka, defeated by the gods in a battle over immortality, sought a boon of immunity which was granted to them by the Grandsire. However, the gods eventually turned to the deity Icna (Shiva) to pierce through the Asuras' fortresses with one shaft to ensure their destruction, leading to the gods seeking the protection of Shiva, the Supreme Soul. Shiva, revered by the gods and Rishis, is known for his unparalleled power and control over the universe, embodying the essence of universal energy and the source of all creations.