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A roadside procession moves along a tree-lined highway. A uniformed police officer in khaki with a cap and a long cane walks at the left edge of the road. Behind him, marchers in white kurtas and dhotis carry saffron-orange flags and placards; one placard reads "WE WANT JUSTICE, NOT EXCUSES!" and another reads "RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION DOWN DOWN". Many marchers wear round orange badges bearing a portrait of a man with orange turban and beard. A man in the foreground wears a white shirt, dark trousers, rudraksha mala and red tilak. Motorcycles and a white van pass on the road, and flowering trees and palms line the route.

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A street procession moves along a tree-lined road. Many marchers in white dhotis, white saris with gold borders and rudraksha malas walk behind saffron-orange flags on poles. Several hold placards printed with a saffron-robed portrait and slogans such as 'WE WANT OUR RELIGIOUS RIGHTS!' and 'RIGHT TO FOLLOW MY CHOSEN FAITH'. In the foreground a young man in white kurta and dhoti with a rudraksha mala and rosette badge walks in front. Two uniformed police officers, one in khaki with a walking stick and one in khaki shirt, walk alongside the procession. Pink bougainvillea and palm trees line the road.2010-07-24A street procession of devotees walking along a paved road, many carrying large saffron-orange flags bearing a blue lotus-like emblem. Men wear white kurtas, white dhotis and white shirts, with orange scarves and orange lapel badges; one man in a green shawl over white holds a placard. Several placards show a portrait of a person in saffron and slogans in English. Behind them are a temple-style shrine with a dome and a large shady tree, a parked truck and a banner with Kannada text.2010-07-24A photograph of a crowd of people in white clothes at an outdoor procession, many holding saffron-orange flags on poles. In the foreground, a uniformed officer in white shirt, khaki trousers and white cap stands at left. A bearded older man in a white shirt wears a rudraksha mala and a blue rosette badge. A woman in a white sari holds a framed portrait of a seated figure in saffron robes with a garland, labelled "PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA". At right, a man in white holds a placard showing a smiling figure in an orange turban and saffron robes, with the words "WE WANT JUSTICE FOR PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA!". A portrait-style depiction is visible, but no person is identified from appearance.2010-07-24A street procession of men and women in white clothes walks along a paved road lined with palm and tall trees. A man in the foreground raises an orange flag on a white pole and wears a rudraksha-style mala with a round badge bearing a portrait of a saffron-robed monk. Behind him, marchers carry placards, including one with a saffron-robed portrait and Kannada text. A uniformed police officer walks in the middle distance, and white hatchbacks pass on the left. Other marchers wear similar round badges.2010-07-24A large group of men walks along a tree-lined roadside in a procession, many in white shirts and white dhotis, some in mixed casual clothes. Many hold saffron-orange flags on poles, and several carry red placards with a printed portrait of a bearded saint and slogans. A man in the foreground in white kurta and sandals strides forward, and a man on the right in an orange shawl carries a white banner. Palm trees and dense green foliage line the road, with a white road marking at lower right.2010-07-24A roadside procession on a paved road lined with trees and a utility pole. In the foreground, two uniformed police officers in khaki shirts and tan hats walk ahead, one carrying a long stick. Behind them, a woman in a white sari with a saffron-bordered shawl holds a white placard reading abuse of spiritual leaders is abuse of Indian tradition. Nearby marchers carry orange-red flags and placards bearing a smiling portrait of a man in orange robes and turban, and a man in a white dhoti with a teal shawl raises a large portrait banner. A woman in a patterned sari walks among the group, and a motorcycle rider passes on the left.2010-07-24Outdoor procession on a paved road lined with trees and greenery. A man in an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl with a grey beard and glasses walks centre, flanked by men in white kurtas and dhotis. A man in white with a yellow shawl and rudraksha mala walks at left, and a man in a white turban and rudraksha mala appears at right. Behind them marchers carry red-and-saffron flags and a large banner with Kannada text and a portrait. Many people in the crowd hold white placards.2010-07-24A street procession moves along a tree-lined road past a small temple with a dome-shaped roof and a carved shrine. Many people in white dhotis and shirts carry saffron-orange flags and placards. In the foreground a young man in a white shirt holds a sign showing a saffron-robed figure with a large smile and a red-and-white shirt beside the words WE WANT JUSTICE FOR PARAMAHAMSA NITHYANANDA. A woman in a lilac shawl and white dress holds a smaller sign with a printed portrait and the words SATYAMEVA JAYATE TRUTH ALWAYS TRIUMPHS. A man in a white dhoti with a teal-green shawl walks at centre, and a boy in an orange shirt and jeans stands beside him. A large orange banner on the right shows a similar portrait. Behind, marchers wear saffron-orange sashes and white clothing.2010-07-24A photograph of a road procession along a wide tarmac road lined with palm trees and utility poles. Many devotees in white dhotis and white kurtas walk in a long column, many holding red and orange flags and placards with printed slogans. Several ornate ceremonial palanquins and decorated umbrellas with gold and red embellishments are carried at the front, and a white-clad figure in the lead wears a yellow sash. Buses, a large orange truck and a red bus line the roadside, and a few men in dark trousers and white shirts stand at the verge.2010-07-24A street procession of men in white shirts and dhotis carries saffron-orange flags bearing a blue circular emblem with a bird motif on a pole. A man in a striped yellow and white shirt holds a placard showing a portrait of a smiling figure in an orange turban and saffron robe, with the words "WE WANT JUSTICE FOR PARAMAHAMSA NITH...". Another man in a light green shirt wears a round orange badge with a portrait. Other marchers wear mala beads and white clothes; a building with ornate architecture and vehicles appear in the background.2010-07-24A road procession of men in white ritual clothing and orange sashes walks along a paved street lined with trees and buildings. Many raise their arms and cheer while carrying orange-red flags and placards. In the centre, a man in a saffron-orange kurta and dhoti with a white-clad companion walks arm in arm with a bearded man in a white kurta and sunglasses, who holds a white ceremonial scarf over his chest. Several participants wear round orange-and-white rosettes printed with a portrait. Placards carry Kannada text. A sign reads "WE WANT OUR RELIGIOUS RIGHTS" in English. A white-clad man at the left wears a yellow shawl and rudraksha mala.2010-07-24A dusty dirt road is filled with a procession of devotees in white clothing walking toward the camera. Many carry tall saffron-orange flags on poles, and several hold white placards bearing a framed portrait of a smiling figure with long hair in orange robes, with Kannada script beneath. Men wear white shirts and dhotis with rudraksha malas, and women wear white or cream saris and salwar kameez. Palm trees and a small building line the background, and one man in the foreground holds a placard near the lower edge. The scene appears to be a pada yatra. Printed Kannada text on the placard and an orange-robed portrait appear, but the portrait figure's identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2010-07-24