Indra is the chief god of Rig Veda. Indra is the leader of Devas. Lord
Indra is the god of war, storms and thunder, he is strongest of all
beings and greatest of all warriors. Lord Indra has been the protector
of Gods and mankind against the evil forces. Possessing the celestial
weapon Vajra, the lightning bolt, Lord Indra is known as the God of
thunder. He also has a bow, a hook and a net in the battle. Lord Indra
is also considered as the creator, since he is the one who brought water
to earth, he is known as the fertility god as well. Lord Indra is also
believed to have the power to revive slain warriors who had fallen in
battle. He enjoys drinking soma. Lord Indra is very handsome, he is the
eldest son of Kasyapa and Aditi. His vahana-vehicle is a white colored
elephant called Eravat.
