Goddess Shailputri, the first form of Navadurga, represents purity, beginnings, and steadfast devotion. Depicted riding a bull, she holds a trident and lotus, symbolizing her power and divine grace. As the daughter of the Himalayas (Shaila), she embodies the strength of nature and mountains. Worshipped on the first day of Navaratri, Shailputri signifies the initiation of spiritual journeys and the awakening of divine energy (Shakti). Her serene form encourages inner stability, devotion, and commitment to righteousness, making her the foundation of the Navadurga forms.