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A group of seven people stand in a row on a decorated stage in front of a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a blue and orange sky. In the centre, a man with long swept-back dark hair wears an orange saffron robe, a leopard-print shawl and a beaded rudraksha-style necklace, and he stands with hands clasped. Swamiji (probable) based on the long hair, saffron robe, shawl and necklace cues. Flanking him are men and a woman in white and cream dhotis and kurtas, and a woman in a maroon top with an orange-and-yellow shawl, several holding white cloth bags with gold leaf designs. A trident stands at the right edge, and the stage is edged with orange, yellow and red flower garlands.

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Six people stand in a row on a flower-decorated stage before a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a blue sky. The centre figure wears a saffron-orange robe, a multi-strand beaded necklace and a leopard-print shawl, with long wavy hair and a red mark on the forehead; the figure appears to be a sannyasi and fits the a person profile on cues of long hair, saffron clothing and ornate necklaces, with identity uncertain. Flanking figures wear white and cream shirts and white dhotis with gold borders, and one in a maroon kurta with a red and gold shawl. Several hold white folders with gold emblems, and the man second from right has his palms pressed together. Marigold and red flower garlands line the stage edge.2010-02-12A group of seven men and women stands on a stage with a painted backdrop of a snowy mountain peak under a blue sky with clouds. In the centre, a smiling man with long dark hair wears an orange robe under a leopard-print shawl and a green-and-gold beaded necklace, with hands folded. Beside him, a man in a brown striped kurta and white dhoti holds a white gift bag printed with a tree motif. Others on either side hold similar white bags: a woman in a maroon kurta with an orange-gold sash, men in cream and white kurtas and dhotis, and a man in a white and beige striped shirt. Marigold petals lie along the stage edge at the bottom.2010-02-12Eight men stand in a row on a stage before a decorated backdrop with painted Shiva symbols including a crescent moon, trident, drum and dove. In the centre, a man with long dark hair wears an orange-saffron kurta and orange shawl with a gold-bordered dhoti and a gold necklace, standing before a golden throne-like seat decorated with yellow and orange garlands and a green-and-gold canopy. Flanking him, the other men wear white or cream dhotis and shirts and rudraksha malas, several holding red folders. Gold-and-green stage lighting frames the scene, with ornate wooden pillars at either side.2008-12-28Photograph of a group of seven men posing on a stage in front of a backdrop with painted Shiva symbols, including a crescent moon, three horizontal lines, a trident, a damaru drum and a bird. A central man in an orange-saffron dhoti and orange shawl with a gold necklace stands before a floral canopy and throne, flanked by men in white dhotis and mundus and red-and-orange kurtas, several holding red folders. Green stage lighting and wooden pillars frame the scene. Swamiji (probable): the central figure wears saffron/orange ornate clothing, a gold necklace and long hair, with a throne-like seat behind him.2008-12-28A stage set with a painted snow-capped mountain and sunset sky behind a gold, dark-carved throne. A seated figure in saffron-orange robe with a leopard-print shawl and a white flower garland sits centrally with hands folded, and a person in an ornate, devotional presentation. Around the throne stand devotees in white kurtas and dhotis, saffron shawls, and orange robes; a woman in a black and white shawl and another in a yellow-green sari stand at right. Flower petals and garlands decorate the stage floor, and a small blue bird logo appears in the upper left.2010-02-12A group of nine people stands on a red-carpeted stage decorated with a draped backdrop of purple, yellow and white fabric and garlands of white and orange flowers. In the centre, a man with long dark hair wears an orange saffron robe and an orange turban and holds his hands together. Beside him, a man in a blue-and-white striped shirt holds up a small framed portrait of a woman. Others wear white dhotis, grey shirts, dark shirts and a cream sari; one elderly man has an arm in a sling. Lilies and purple flowers fill the foreground. The scene appears to be a book release event, with the portrait and stage decor central to the moment.2009-03-03March 03 20092009-03-03Five people stand and sit around a gilded throne (peetha) decorated with white jasmine garlands and yellow flowers against a red and silver backdrop. Seated centrally on the throne is a man with long dark hair wearing an orange-saffron robe with gold border, a white flower garland and a gold necklace, with a red flower offering at his feet; this seated figure's appearance is a probable Swamiji candidate from his long hair, saffron robe and ornate gold adornments. Standing to the left are three men in white dhoti and shirt-style garments with rudraksha malas; to the right two women in white saris with gold borders and rudraksha malas stand beside the throne. Silver puja vessels sit on a red carpet in the foreground.2006-12-27A group photograph on a decorated stage with a green-lit backdrop painted with Shiva-related motifs including a trident, damaru drum, crescent moon, tilak mark and a dove. A central figure stands before a throne canopy decorated with yellow and white flowers and garlands, wearing an orange and gold dhoti with a matching orange shawl, a gold necklace and a mala. Flanking him stand seven men in white dhotis and mostly white or pastel kurtas, many wearing rudraksha malas and holding red cloth bundles. Ornate wooden pillars frame the stage.2008-12-28December 25 20092009-12-25May 30 20152015-05-30A group photograph on a stage before a gold-framed throne decorated with white flower garlands and a golden crown-like top. A seated figure in orange robes with a golden shawl, a long white flower garland, orange-and-white ribbon and gold necklaces sits barefoot on a red cushion, one hand raised in greeting. Five people in white stand around the throne: three men in white dhotis and shirts on the left, one wearing a white shawl over a white kurta, and two women in white saris with gold borders and dark beaded malas on the right. A silver vessel and brass ritual items sit on a red patterned carpet in front, with fruit visible. A large backdrop with flowers and a pale fabric panel completes the setting.2006-12-27