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== कथासारः ॥ Story in Brief ==
Dhruva was the son of Uttanapada (son of Svayambhuva Manu) by his queen, named Suniti, to whom he was less attached. He had another son named Uttama by his favourite wife Suruchi whom he dearly loved. Once, observing his brother Uttama on his father’s lap, Dhruva was desirous of ascending the same. But as Suruchi was present, the Raja did not gratify the desire of his son. Moreover, he was also unkindly treated by Suruchi.
Dhruva then appeals to his mother, who advises him to engage in pursuing religious merit that bestows all the good. Accordingly, Dhruva quits the city and enters an adjoining thicket, where he meets the Saptarshis. Having heard his story, the rshis recommend him to propitiate Vishnu. Dhruva then commences his penance as enjoined by the Rshis and begins contemplation of Vishnu. As he was wholly absorbed in meditation, Vishnu pervaded his heart and due to his presence in Dhruva, the earth could not sustain the weight of the boy ascetic. And this created a great imbalance. Therefore, the celestials, with the counsel of Indra, made anxious efforts to distract his meditation but were unsuccessful. They then appealed to Vishnu, who allayed their fears, and appeared in front of Dhruva. Being pleased with his devotion, Vishnu granted him a boon and Dhruva asked for worthiness to praise the Lord. The Lord grants his wish and accepts his praise. And at his behest, endows Dhruva with a position superior to all others. And thus, Dhruva is raised to the skies as the pole-star. This story of Dhruva occurs in Chapters 11 and 12 of the Vishnu Purana.
== कथाविस्तारः ॥ Details ==
[https://www.wisdomlib.org/hinduism/book/vishnu-purana-wilson/d/doc115947.html Vishnu Purana] - Chapter 11 - Legend of Dhruva, the son of Uttanapada
[https://www.wisdomlib.org/hinduism/book/vishnu-purana-wilson/d/doc115947.html Vishnu Purana] - Chapter 11 - Legend of Dhruva, the son of Uttanapada