Nine form of Goddess Durga is worshipped on the first day of
Navratri. But which form of Goddess Durga is worshipped on the first day of
Navratri? It is the Goddess Shailputri form that is worshiped on the first
day.
Goddess Shailputri Mata appeared on earth as the daughter of
Himalaya – the king of Himalayas . One of
the names of Himalaya is Shailaraj
and since She appeared as his daughter She got the name Shailaputri.
Ma Shailpturi is worshipped on the first day of Navratri in
North and western parts of India .
Some scholars equate Shailputri Mata with Goddess Parvati.
The vehicle of Maa is Vrishabha (Bull). She holds a trident
on the right hand; left hand she holds a lotus flower.