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A photograph of an outdoor crowd event in the evening. In the left foreground, a figure seen from behind wears an orange turban, an orange sleeveless top and an orange shawl, with long dark hair, and reaches forward to hand something to devotees. Facing them, a woman in a white sari with a red bindi and a man in a white shirt with a rudraksha-style mala and glasses reach out, and other devotees in white and light clothing stand behind them. A large crowd fills the open ground under palm trees, and a tall red banner with a robed saffron-clad figure hangs at upper right beside stage lights and orange flags. A round orange-covered object is visible at the left edge.

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Outdoor photo at an evening festival gathering with a large crowd of devotees dressed mostly in white behind barricades. In the foreground, a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a saffron turban sits on a yellow-cushioned seat, holding a rudraksha mala, while a second person in orange robes with long dark hair stands beside them. A man in a maroon patterned shirt and a man in white with a yellow shawl and rudraksha mala reach toward the seated figure. A white-clad figure with long hair stands at the upper right, and a red-lidded box with flowers sits in the foreground. Palm trees, orange flags and a white caravan are visible in the background. The seated figure has long dark hair and no visible crown, but the appearance is not distinctive enough to confirm a specific identity.2010-02-18A photograph of an outdoor festival crowd at dusk, with a large crowd of devotees filling the open ground under palm trees. In the foreground a man in an orange saffron turban and sleeveless orange garment, with long hair, reaches forward to touch the chest of a small child in an orange outfit. Beside them a smiling woman in a white sari with a black mala necklace and jewelry watches, and another woman in white stands nearby. Behind, many people in white and light clothing fill the grounds; a large orange-framed portrait banner hangs on a pole and stage lights glow in the distance.2010-02-18Crowded outdoor event under tree canopy and white draped awning. A figure seated on a white-draped chariot or throne wears a saffron-orange robe and a saffron-orange turban with gold border, long dark hair visible at the shoulder, and a gold-bordered orange cloth; a devotee in white shirt reaches toward them. Around them, men in white shirts and dhotis, some with rudraksha-style necklaces and tilak marks, and women in cream and orange saris with gold jewelry and mangalsutra stand among a large gathering. A tall decorated pole with a blue and orange cloth panel rises at top center. Welcome gathering at a chariot-honouring event.2008-07-28A crowded outdoor gathering under a bamboo-pole shelter with a thatched or tarpaulin roof. In the right foreground a person in an orange-saffron head wrap and orange garment sits with back to camera, facing a group of devotees. Around them many people in white dhotis and shirts, women in sarees of pink, blue, and yellow, and seated spectators fill the frame. A woman in an orange shawl with a kumkum mark stands at left beside an elderly woman in white with a mala. Some people wear rudraksha beads and gold necklaces. a person's appearance cues are visible only in the orange-clad figure, whose identity remains uncertain from appearance.2008-07-28A photograph of an outdoor gathering at the Pattanam inauguration. In the left foreground a figure in saffron-orange robes and a matching orange turban with yellow trim sits on a white raised seat and reaches out, placing a hand on the head of a kneeling devotee in white clothing with palms pressed together. Behind them a dense crowd of men and women in white shirts, saris and colourful garments stands under trees, with a tall yellow and blue decorated pole and a bamboo frame visible. Fruit and small offerings rest near the kneeling devotee.2008-07-28July 28 20082008-07-28 +1 copiesOutdoor event at dusk with a large crowd of mostly white-clad devotees behind bamboo barriers and rows of blue and red plastic chairs. In the foreground, a long-bearded elderly man in orange robes and glasses sits and gestures with his hands, while beside him a figure in an orange turban, orange sleeveless garment and long dark hair sits on an orange raised seat with an ornate orange backrest. Another person in orange robes sits nearby, and a woman in an orange sari with a gold necklace watches. Saffron flags, a white bus, palm trees and a coconut bunch frame the scene.2010-02-18Outdoor darshan at an open-air gathering with a large crowd of white-clad devotees behind wooden barriers and palm trees, orange flags and a white van in the background. In the foreground, a seated figure in a saffron-orange turban and sleeveless orange robe, with long swept-back hair and a rudraksha mala, sits on an orange cushioned seat and gestures toward a woman in an orange sari with gold earrings and necklace who is speaking to him. Beside her a man in a black-and-white striped shirt holds a young child in a pink outfit. On the left, an orange-robed elder with white hair bends forward, and a man in white with a yellow scarf stands nearby. A small lamp flame glows at the right edge. a person is seated on the throne-like seat, identified by orange turban, saffron robe, long hair and rudraksha mala.2010-02-18Night outdoor event with rows of empty folding chairs and illuminated colourful light towers behind. A woman in an orange wrap and orange turban stands at right, in an orange sleeveless top, holding a long rudraksha mala and placing it over the head of a man in a white shirt and white dhoti who has his hands pressed together in greeting. Behind them a man in orange robes stands near a table with microphone and bundles of rudraksha malas. Several women and men in white shirts, one with a yellow shawl, and women in orange and red saris with flower garlands in their hair gather around. Devotees receive darshan in a crowded outdoor satsang setting.2010-01-19Outdoor darshan at an open ground in the evening, with a large crowd of mostly white-clad devotees behind a barrier and rows of blue and red chairs. In the foreground, a seated figure in a saffron/orange turban and saffron robe, sitting on an orange-cushioned throne-like seat, places a hand on the head of a kneeling man in a pink shirt, while a young attendant in white with a yellow shawl stands beside them. Two women in orange and a girl in a yellow top with a long braid are in front, with palms pressed together. Orange flags and palm trees line the background, with a white van and a cooler at the right. a person appearance cues are present but uncertain, so the figure is described by role only.2010-02-18Night-time darshan outdoors under bright floodlights, with a crowd of devotees in white shirts and sarees pressing in. A man with long dark hair, wearing an orange turban and an orange sleeveless robe, sits on a raised platform with his right hand resting on the head of a man in white bowing before him; he appears to be the probable Swamiji, identified by his long swept-back hair, orange turban and saffron robe. Nearby, a woman in an orange and gold saree bows with her hands together, a gray-haired woman in a beige top sits in the foreground, and a young woman in white with a yellow shawl looks on. Fruits, apples and a small offering tray sit in front of the seated figure. Several men in white shirts stand behind, some with folded hands.2010-02-17Night outdoor event with a crowd behind a stage area. A figure in an orange turban and orange garment, with long dark hair, reaches forward to place his hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt, while a woman in a white sari with a dark border and other devotees with folded hands kneel nearby. Behind them, people in white and yellow stand, and a man in white with an orange shawl stands at right. Fruit, a metal bowl and orange cloth sit on a table at left. The turbaned figure appears to be a person (orange turban, long hair, saffron clothing) giving blessing to devotees, but the appearance is not definitive. Several people are visible.2010-01-09 +1 copies