Mata Shailputri is the first goddess of Navratri. Mata Shailputri has a curved moon on her forehead and is seen situated on a white bull, Nandi. She holds a trident in her right hand and a lotus bloom in her left hand. Her white tone portrays harmony, virtue, tranquility, and honesty. She gives flourishing and fortune to her admirers. These 9 days represent the fight between Mata Durga and the evil Mahishasura.