Goddess Durga Medium Density Fibre Frame - Plain Durga is one of the most popular forms of Shakti or female energy. She was created out of the flames that issued from the mouths of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva and other gods to vanquish the buffalo headed demon-Mahisasur.This gave her the name of Mahisasurmardini. This victory is commemorated during the navratras, a nine day long festival in September/ October every year. Goddess Durga is depicted riding a tiger or a lion, with a weapon in each hand to vanquish evil. One hand is always raised to bless her devotees.