संकटहरणं त्वं देहि त्वमेव भव तारिणी।
नमस्ते संकटार्तिनाशिनि मातर्यथाऽम्बिके॥

Regular chanting of Sankata Devi Kavach and Durga Saptashati is believed to destroy both physical and spiritual difficulties and grant divine support in testing times.
 

According to local lore and Skanda Purana, this temple dates back to the era of King Harishchandra. When he faced a severe personal crisis, Maa Sankata appeared and guided him through it, hence earning the name Sankata Devi (Goddess of Distress). Nestled beside the ancient Sindhia Ghat, the temple remains a beacon of solace and strength for Kashi’s pilgrims.

Devotees believe just one darshan of the goddess with a pure heart can free one from grave troubles, planetary doshas, and mental unrest.

• Remover of Troubles: Worshipping here is said to destroy personal, family, financial, and emotional crises.
• Shakti Sadhana Spot: Highly charged energy center for Shakti upasana and women devotees.
• Navratri Significance: Powerful pujas are held on 8th and 9th day of both Chaitra and Ashwin Navratri.
• Life-Changing Darshan: Many testify to miraculous turnaround in life after visiting here.
   

• Sankata Nivaran Maha Puja
• Sankata Homa with Durga Path
• Navratri Nitya Archana (9-day puja)
• Women’s Safety & Fertility Sankalp Seva
• Ketu & Rahu Graha Shanti Puja (for planetary peace)
• Family Protection Rituals