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Photograph of an outdoor event stage under a white tent canopy at night. A large painted backdrop shows snow-capped mountains and a glowing sky, with a volcano-like peak at right topped by a trident. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne with dark patterned armrests at the centre of the stage, appearing to be a person, possibly a shaved-headed figure with a rudraksha-style necklace; the appearance is not clear enough to confirm identity. The stage is decorated with marigold and red garlands, a yellow and red draped border, red carpet runners and a blue floor covering. A microphone stand and speakers flank the stage, and curtains of gold and maroon hang at the sides.

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A night-time photograph of an outdoor festival stage under a white tent canopy. A large painted backdrop shows snowy mountain peaks under a sky of blue, orange and yellow. A central figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne with dark decorative inlay, flanked by two white pedestals. Below, the stage is draped with yellow and orange marigold garlands and flower arrangements, and a red carpet with yellow floral border runs forward across a blue floor. Speaker boxes, a microphone stand and cream curtains frame the stage, and the scene appears set for a discourse. The seated figure is shown as a person by saffron robes and the throne setting, though his appearance is not clearly distinctive.2010-02-12A night photograph of an outdoor tented stage decorated with marigold and green garland swags along its front. The backdrop is a painted mountain landscape with a snow-white peak and orange sunset sky. A figure in orange robes sits on an ornate gold-and-brown throne at centre, a probable Swamiji with long hair and orange clothing, seated behind a microphone stand. Red carpets run across the stage floor, and in the foreground are a brass puja setup, rows of small oil lamps and a seated attendant at the lower left. A few seated people in white and saffron sit at the stage edges.2010-02-12A night-time outdoor stage under a white tent canopy, set with a painted backdrop of snowy mountain peaks and a golden sky. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate dark throne at centre, with a microphone before him. The stage edge is draped with yellow and white floral garlands and marigold-coloured flower arrangements. Red and blue carpets lead to a central puja area, where a low platform holds brass lamps and small offerings. Several rows of clay diyas with oil lamps are arranged in front. A few people sit at the stage sides, and a small seated group is at the lower left. The backdrop and banner panels show a patterned sash. The setting suggests a satsang or ritual gathering.2010-02-12Night photo of an outdoor stage under a white tent with a painted mountain-and-sunset backdrop. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate throne-like chair at centre, with a second figure in orange beside it and a woman in a white sari standing near the front. A man in white stands at the left edge near a speaker, and another person in white is partly visible behind him. The stage is draped with yellow and pink floral garlands and red carpets run down both sides and the front, with a red-carpeted platform and marigold garland in the centre. Speakers and a microphone stand flank the stage.2010-02-12A stage set for a Shivaratri satsang with a large painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain and a sunset sky, with a smaller peak topped by a trident to the right. A seated figure in orange robes and a red-and-white garland sits on a gold upholstered throne at the centre. Swamiji (probable): long dark hair, orange robes and a rudraksha-style mala, seated on the throne. A white lectern with a microphone stands to the left, and marigold and yellow flower garlands drape the stage front, with red cushioned seats in the foreground.2010-02-12 +2 copiesA stage in a tent set for a satsang, decorated with marigold and orange flower garlands and yellow-and-magenta draped fabric. A large painted backdrop shows a snow-capped mountain under a blue and orange sky, with a trident on a peak at right. A figure in a saffron-orange robe sits on an ornate brown throne-like chair with dark carved detailing, and a second saffron-robed person sits beside a low table at left. A man in a white shirt kneels in front of the throne, and another person in orange sits to the left. A marigold-decorated red carpet runs down the centre foreground. Standing staff in white clothes stand at the far left edge near a monitor on a stand.2010-02-12Photograph of an empty ceremonial stage decorated for a satsang. A large painted backdrop shows a snow-capped mountain peak under a sunset sky with orange and blue clouds, with a smaller peak and a trident-topped structure on the right. In front stands an ornate gold throne-style armchair with dark carved trim, a microphone stand and a small lectern. The stage edge is draped with marigold garlands in yellow and orange, and red cushioned seats sit in the foreground. No people are visible.2010-02-12A photograph of a seated man on a gold-coloured throne-style chair on a flower-decorated stage. He wears orange robes, a rudraksha-style mala, and a leopard-print shawl draped over one shoulder, with long dark hair. Behind him is a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a colourful sky, and a golden trident stands at the right edge. Marigold and rose garlands with yellow and orange blooms, plus pink and white drapes, line the stage edge. A microphone stand is visible on the right and a small table with a water bottle sits to the left. One person is visible.2010-02-12A decorated stage set under a white tent canopy with side drapes of cream fabric. The painted backdrop shows a snow-capped mountain and a smaller peak beneath a sunset sky of orange, yellow and blue. A gold upholstered throne-style chair with dark carved trim sits centre stage on a raised platform, unoccupied. The platform edge and steps are draped with garlands of yellow and orange marigolds and purple and white flower strings, with red carpeted steps and floral arrangements at the base. No people are visible.2010-02-12A photograph of a stage set for a satsang talk. A seated figure in an orange robe with long dark hair sits in an ornate golden-yellow armchair with a white microphone stand beside it. Behind the stage is a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a blue and pink sky. The front of the stage is draped with white cloth and garlands of orange and yellow marigolds, with purple and pink flower strands and a small floral arrangement. A white pedestal holds a small object near the chair. The seated figure is a candidate matching several visible cues (long hair, orange clothing, ornate shawl-like wrap), so this is an appearance-based probable identification, described here only by role as the speaker on the throne.2010-02-12A stage decorated with marigold garlands and drapes of yellow, orange and red flowers, set before a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a blue and orange sky with a sun and a trident. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate wooden throne at centre, with a microphone in front. Before the throne, a man in a white shirt and white dhoti stands, and a person in orange kneels at the side. A woman in a red and white sari stands on the left, and another man in white stands at the far left edge. A red carpet with a flower-bordered rug runs across the foreground, and a monitor on a stand sits at left.2010-02-12An empty stage set for a satsang, dressed with marigold and yellow flower garlands draped in swags along the front edge. A large painted backdrop shows a snow-capped mountain under a bright sunset sky, with a smaller peak on the right bearing a trident. Centre stage stands a golden-yellow cushioned throne with dark carved trim and a white pedestal beside it holding a microphone. No people are visible on the stage.2010-02-12