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Night outdoor photo of a seated figure on an orange-upholstered throne-like chair under a draped white-and-lavender canopy. The seated figure wears an orange turban, orange robes and a long garland of yellow flowers and fruit, and a man in white is reaching to place a hand on the garland while a woman with long dark hair in a white top and orange shawl stands in front. Another person in orange robes sits at the left edge, a man in white stands beside the chair, and a dense crowd of people in white and yellow clothing fills the background. A camera on a tripod and stage lights are visible, with a palm frond overhead and fruit on the chair armrest.

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Night photograph at an outdoor event with floodlights and string lights above. In the foreground a man in white clothes raises a long garland of yellow-green citrus fruits over the head of a seated figure in an orange robe and orange turban, who wears a white flower garland and a red-brown bead necklace. A cameraman in white with a yellow shawl films at upper right. Behind them a large crowd in white clothes sits on blue plastic chairs and wooden benches, with saffron flags along the top of the scene. a person: the seated figure has long dark hair under an orange turban, wears an orange robe and a red-brown bead necklace, and is receiving the citrus garland.2010-02-18Night-time outdoor photo of a darshan crowd. In the left foreground a figure in a bright orange turban and sleeveless orange top, wearing a long white and yellow-bead garland with a pink flower garland, leans forward smiling toward devotees and extends a hand. Several men in white shirts stand close; one in the center wears a rudraksha mala and holds a yellow fruit, another man in a white shirt holds a yellow fruit in both hands. On the right a long-haired man in an orange shawl over white clothes stands near the frame edge. Behind them a large crowd fills an open area under bright floodlights, with a banner on a pole in the background and a red cloth-covered table at the lower left.2010-02-18Night outdoor event on a lit stage with floodlights and bunting. A man in saffron robes with a long swept-back hair and a rudraksha mala stands at the stage edge with raised hands, gesturing toward a seated figure in an orange turban and white flower garland. Behind the seated figure, a man in orange robes with a gold necklace presses his palms together. A tray of red apples and fruit sits before the seated figure. Devotees in white and orange kneel and bow in the crowd below, a large gathering extends into the dark background. A man in orange with glasses and a beard, wearing a gold necklace, claps at the right edge. Cues for the seated figure: orange turban, ornate clothing, garland; appearance is partly visible so identity is uncertain.2010-01-08Night outdoor event on a raised stage. A man with long, swept-back dark hair wears an orange turban and orange robes, with gold armlets and bangles, and sits on a cream-upholstered golden throne draped in white and yellow garlands and a red-and-white flower garland. Beside him a basket holds red fruit. A man in white dhoti and shawl with a rudraksha mala stands behind the throne, hands near the seated figure. Below, devotees in saris and kurtas, some with flower garlands, reach toward the stage and kneel in a crowd, with floodlights, a hanging lantern and a TV monitor visible.2011-12-20Night photo of an outdoor satsang at a large gathering. A figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban, with a white flower garland, sits on a gold-and-cream throne-like seat at right, extending a hand toward devotees who bow with palms together. A brass tray of apples and a bowl of red offerings sit beside the seat. Devotees in white dhotis and shirts crowd the foreground. At left, a bald man with a white forehead mark and rudraksha mala wears orange robes. Stage lights, a string of yellow-and-green bunting, banana plants and a large audience fill the background.2010-01-08Photo taken at night outdoors under floodlights, with a large crowd visible in the background. In the foreground, a figure in orange robes and an orange turban sits on a white-draped seat with a rolled orange cloth in front. A devotee in a white shirt and gold chain leans forward, another man in white bends toward the seat, and women in saris stand nearby. Wooden crates of red apples sit at the front of the seat. A young man in orange clothing stands at the right edge.2010-02-17Night outdoor darshan at a satsang gathering, lit by floodlights with a large crowd of white-clad attendees and orange flags in the background. In the foreground, a person in an orange turban and orange robe reaches out with an outstretched hand toward a kneeling devotee in a white sari and gold necklace, who clasps hands in prayer, while a man in a brown shirt and another in orange stand close by. A young man in white with an orange-red shawl and rudraksha-style beads stands to the left, and a tall figure in orange robes is at the left edge. A table holds piles of red apples and a weighing scale with fruit, plus orange cloth. The orange-robed figure with turban and long hair is an appearance-based candidate for a person, giving blessing at the darshan table.2010-01-10Night outdoor event with bright floodlights and a crowd of many people in front. A man in orange and gold ornaments sits on a decorated golden seat with garlands of yellow, white and red flowers behind him, wearing an orange turban, orange silk robe, a long gold necklace and gold bangles, and smiling. A bald young man in an orange robe with a rudraksha mala stands beside him and reaches toward him, while an older man in white stands behind. Devotees with outstretched hands press toward the seat, and a gold ceremonial vessel sits at the lower right. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the decorated throne, identified by his orange turban, long hair, gold necklace and ceremonial dress.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20Night outdoor event photographed at a satsang with a dense crowd of devotees seated and standing on the ground. On the right, a figure in orange saffron robes and an orange turban sits on a yellow-cushioned seat with a long dark braid visible, and a devotee in orange kneels beside him offering something by hand. A tray of red apples and a basket of reddish offerings sit in front of the seat. Behind, a standing man in orange with a red head covering and a rudraksha mala stands near speaker cabinets and stage lights. Foreground devotees include a woman in a yellow shawl and a woman in a braid, a man in a pink shirt, and a man in white with a red shawl. Orange flags line the background path. The presiding figure matches the Swamiji appearance cues of orange robe, orange turban and long swept-back hair, so this is an appearance-based probable identification.2010-01-09Night-time darshan at an outdoor event. A man in saffron robes and an orange turban sits on a white throne heavily decorated with white jasmine garlands and red and magenta flower strands, with a rudraksha mala visible on his chest. He extends his right hand to touch the head of a devotee in a white shirt kneeling before him. Around them, devotees in white and cream clothing crowd the space, and a cameraman on a tripod stands behind the throne. A tray of flowers, a silver vessel, and orange cloth sit on the table at the lower left.2008-07-27Night outdoor photo of a festival gathering under string lights and a small floodlight. In the foreground a figure with long hair and a gold necklace wears orange-saffron robes and a shawl. To the right a man in an orange turban and a white flower garland stands at a table, arm raised, with a tray of rudraksha/orange mala beads, a plate of apples and brass items. Around them women in white saris and black beaded necklaces and a man in white shirt stand among devotees. Banana plants, bunting and a cluster of coconuts or fruit decorate the background.2010-01-08