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A photograph of an outdoor stage at night under a white tent canopy, with a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain against a blue and orange sky and a trident on the right. A central figure in an orange robe and a dark-haired figure in orange stand before a low wooden platform with offerings, while people in white and yellow-bordered saris and white dhotis line the stage in front. Marigold and orange flower garlands decorate the red-carpeted steps and the edge of the stage. Women in white with yellow shawls stand in rows on the right, and a figure in white kneels at the lower left. A standing tripod speaker and a white curtain are visible at the left. Several robed people appear to be performing a ritual offering.

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A night-time outdoor stage under a white tent, backed by a painted sky-and-mountain backdrop with a snow-capped peak in orange and blue light. A seated figure on an ornate wooden throne with a red-and-white garland is being approached and honoured by standing devotees in white and cream clothes. A man in a saffron-orange shawl stands near the throne, and a woman in a teal top stands at the right. Others in white, cream and yellow saris and yellow shawls stand or kneel around the red-carpeted steps decorated with marigolds and orange flowers. A trident is visible on the backdrop. A monitor stands at left.2010-02-12A crowded stage event in front of a painted backdrop of a snow-white mountain under a blue and orange sky, with a trident-like emblem at right. At centre, a seated figure in a dark cloth and ornaments sits before a white mountain-like cloth, with devotees around. Many people in white dhotis and saris, some with yellow and orange shawls, stand and cluster near a low stage covered with marigold garlands, orange and yellow flowers. A saffron-robed woman stands to the right of the group. Several people in the foreground appear to be attending the ritual in close proximity. The setting is a tent-covered stage.2010-02-12A seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion beneath a decorated canopy, wearing a white garland and long dark hair swept back. Around the throne, devotees in white and cream clothes and saffron-draped women stand closely, some offering flowers and garlands, while a few attendants hold trays. Red and white floral decorations and scattered rose petals cover the stage and the floor carpet, with a silver vessel placed before the throne. The setting appears to be a festive stage with floral arches. The figure's appearance is consistent with the page's description of a person presence, though the identification is uncertain.2008-07-17August 16 20092009-08-16A photograph of a crowded devotional gathering in a hall before a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain under a colourful sky. Devotees in white and cream saris and dhotis stand and sit in a queue approaching the throne, some with hands folded in namaskar. A standing figure in an orange robe is visible behind, and a black monitor stands at left. Foreground heads and shoulders of onlookers fill the bottom of the frame. Visible people number roughly twenty to fifty.2010-02-12A crowd of devotees in white dhotis and shirts, many with white and yellow shawls, gathers around a central raised seat in front of a large painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain beneath a colourful sunset sky. At the centre, a figure seated on an ornate dark throne wears an orange-saffron garment, a rudraksha mala and a ceremonial necklace; the figure appears to be a person with distinctive saffron clothing and long hair, seated on the peetha. Devotees around him, some with sacred ash on the forehead, hold papers and move through the crowd. Several people in the foreground wear identity lanyards and white attire. A video equipment rack stands at the left edge.2010-02-12A photograph of a stage at an indoor programme with a painted backdrop of a golden mountain peak under an orange sky, topped by a flame-like light. A seated figure in gold-embroidered ceremonial clothing and a headdress sits on a raised throne at left, with a garland of flowers beside him, while women in white and cream saris and men in white dhotis and shirts line up and approach along the stage edge. Several men in white shirts and dhotis and a man in grey trousers wait in a queue, some carrying plastic bags. Blue draped curtains frame the stage and a red-carpeted staircase leads up to the platform.2009-08-16A photograph of a crowded indoor stage during a Shivaratri linga abhishekam ritual. A large painted backdrop shows a snow-white mountain peak under a blue-and-orange sky, with a trident on the right. Several people in white dhotis and shirts with yellow sashes, and women in white saris with yellow borders, stand and kneel near a central ritual area. A woman in a red shawl and a man in a white robe fold their hands in prayer. Marigold flower garlands line the stage floor. A man in an orange top stands at the upper left. On the left stands a black speaker box and a cream curtain. Roughly two dozen people are visible.2010-02-12Indoor convention hall at a person Spurana Convention. In the centre, a person in a saffron-orange garment sits on a white throne-style chair before a stage backdrop with a large concentric circular diagram. Around the stage, a few people in white clothes stand, and many devotees in white and in cream or pale green saris and dhotis bow or kneel with hands folded on the floor in front of the stage. A standing fan and a large speaker are visible beside the stage. A banner with a portrait is set to one side, and a few people in white watch from the back on the right. The scene is a satsang with devotees in prostration.2006-07-30A crowded indoor event in front of a painted backdrop of a snowy mountain and colourful sky, with a trident (trishul) mounted on the right. A woman in a white sari with a long rudraksha-style necklace sits on a golden throne-like seat at the top of a red-carpeted platform, with a standing figure in orange nearby. Around her, many people in white kurtas and saris, some with yellow shawls and blue delegate badges, press forward with offerings and gestures of greeting. In the foreground a white-haired older Western woman in a light blue jacket with a yellow lanyard sits smiling, and a man in a white dhoti with rudraksha beads reaches toward a devotee. Marigold garlands and yellow flower petals line the platform edge.2010-02-12Photo of an outdoor tent stage during an evening abhishekam-style ritual. A large painted backdrop shows a snow-white mountain peak under a blue and orange sky. Many people in white and cream clothing stand and kneel on a red and blue carpet, with marigold garlands and flower offerings at the edges. Some women wear colourful saris. A tall man at the left edge wears an orange robe and stands near a black monitor on a stand. A bald man in white stands at the lower right. Ceremonial gold and yellow drapes frame the stage. Many people are visible, with more partly cut off at the frame edges.2010-02-12A devotional stage scene under a white tent with a painted backdrop of a snow-capped mountain beneath a blue and orange sky. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a garland sits on a golden-brown throne with a crown-like ornament, and devotees stand in a semicircle around him, many with hands folded in namaste. Men in white dhotis and kurtas and women in white and cream saris, some with yellow shawls, line the stage, and yellow and orange marigold garlands border the red carpeted steps. A loudspeaker stands at left. The setting suggests a darshan or satsang.2010-02-12