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A photograph of an outdoor stage under a red-and-white draped tent canopy, decorated with marigold garlands and flower arrangements. On a gold and white ornate throne at the centre, a figure in white and red garlands sits, attended by women in white and orange saris standing to the left. A bearded man in saffron/orange robes stands centre-stage beside a man in white kurta, and two camera operators in white and orange clothing film the scene at right. Brass vessels and oil lamps stand on the steps, and a trident-topped ceremonial staff rises beside the throne. Seated audience members in the foreground face the stage.

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A festival stage decorated with marigold and jasmine garlands, red and white drapes and a yellow flower-covered backdrop with ornate arches. A man seated on a gold-ornate throne with a golden crown-like headdress and white garments, a garland of white and marigold flowers draped over him, hands pressed together in greeting. Around the stage several men and women in orange and saffron robes sit or kneel; one man in the front bends forward with hands folded, another holds a tall silver staff topped with a trident. Brass urns with orange and white flowers sit at the lower left.2010-01-01A seated man on a golden throne under a decorated canopy, wearing a white dhoti and shawl with a gold necklace and a gold crown, raises one hand in blessing while garlanded in long white and multicoloured flower strands. Several devotees in orange and saffron robes kneel or bow on a raised stage draped in red and white cloth with marigold garlands, and one woman in an orange sari is seated at the right. A brass trident and a large brass lamp stand at the left, a golden vase of orange flowers sits in front, and the backdrop is covered in yellow flowers and ornate silver-and-purple floral motifs. The scene resembles a stage ceremony with padapuja or darshan. Probable Swamiji is seated on the throne, identified by the gold crown, gold necklace and saffron-adjacent ceremonial dress.2010-01-01A figure seated on a gold-and-flower-decorated throne under a canopy, wearing a gold crown, white dhoti and layered white and marigold garlands, raising both hands in blessing. Around the raised stage, several people in saffron-orange robes sit with hands folded in namaste, including a shaven-headed monk in front and women in orange saris at the right. Flanking the throne are silver trident-topped standards and a silver kalasha-style lamp stand. The stage front is draped in red and white cloth with marigold and white flower garlands, with orange marigold arrangements in a brass pot.2010-01-01A festive outdoor stage decorated with marigold garlands, yellow and white flowers, and red and white draped cloth. A seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a tall crown-like headdress and a flower garland is being attended by several people in saffron-orange robes. One standing attendant in saffron robes gestures toward the seated figure, while others kneel or stand nearby. Brass and silver ritual vessels, a silver trident-topped staff and a silver lamp stand on the stage, with a golden umbrella canopy above the throne and an ornamental arched backdrop of white and purple flower work.2010-01-01A photograph of an outdoor stage decorated with red and white draping, marigold garlands and a golden ornate backdrop. A central figure sits on a golden throne with a crown-like headpiece, wearing white robes and a long white and orange flower garland, raising both hands in blessing. Around the stage, several people in saffron-orange robes sit or kneel with hands folded, and a woman in orange sari-style dress sits at right. A trident-topped staff stands at left, a golden urn with orange flowers sits in the foreground, and a floral canopy with garlands hangs above the throne.2010-01-01A central figure seated on an ornate golden throne with a gold crown, hands joined in namaste, draped in a heavy garland of white and red-yellow flowers and a white robe. Seated beside and below the throne are several saffron-robed sannyasis, some with shaved heads and some with long hair, one holding a long staff. A brass trident stands at left and a gold staff at right, a gold kalasha vase with orange marigolds sits at the front, and the stage is decorated with marigold garlands, red and white drapery and a yellow flower-covered backdrop. The setting suggests a stage event with a throne and ritual honouring. Visible people: about six or seven seated on the stage plus the central figure. The central figure has long swept-back hair and a gold crown, with ornate golden regalia, but the appearance cues are not conclusive, so identity is uncertain.2010-01-01A festive stage under a white canopy with red drapes, decorated with yellow flower backdrops and white and purple floral borders. A seated figure on a gold throne with a flower-garlanded backrest and gold canopy, wearing a white ceremonial garment with gold trim, hands folded in greeting. A silver trident and silver lamp stand flank the throne. Five or so attendants in orange and saffron robes sit on the stage floor in front, some with hands joined in prayer. Yellow and white flower garlands and a flower arrangement in a gold vase decorate the foreground.2010-01-01A festive outdoor stage draped in red and white fabric and framed with marigold garlands and a yellow flower-covered backdrop with ornate white and purple arches. On a raised golden throne under a canopy, a figure in white ceremonial robes and a golden crown sits with garlands around his neck, appearing to receive offerings. Around the platform, several attendants in saffron-orange robes kneel and sit, one in front holding a shaved head bowed, while two women in orange saris stand at right. Brass lamps and a silver trident stand on the stage, and large brass vases with yellow and white flowers flank the front. The a person identification is uncertain given the figure's distance and partial visibility.2010-01-01A seated figure in white with a gold crown-like headpiece and a heavy garland of white and yellow flowers sits with palms pressed together in namaskar on an ornately decorated golden throne under a red-draped canopy. Several orange-robed attendants sit on the platform below, one with hands folded, others holding a silver trident-topped staff and a ceremonial rod. A red and gold draped stage front is decorated with marigold and white flower garlands. Floral and mirrored decorations frame the throne, and a tent ceiling overhead completes the setting. The a person candidate's appearance is partly obscured by the garlands and headwear, so identification is uncertain.2010-01-01A festive outdoor stage decorated with marigold garlands, yellow flowers and red-and-white drapery under a canopy. On an elevated golden throne with a flower-garlanded canopy sits a figure in white ceremonial clothing with folded hands, appearing to be the central honoured guest. Below the platform, several attendants in orange robes sit and stand, one in front with a shaved head, while women in orange saris stand at right holding ritual items. A silver trident and a silver ceremonial staff stand beside the throne, and golden urns with flower arrangements line the stage front. The wall behind is covered in yellow flowers with ornamental arches.2010-01-01A photograph of an outdoor stage under a white and red tent at a Hindu religious gathering. A seated figure in white robes and a gold crown sits on an ornate throne with gold armrests, hands pressed together in a namaskar gesture, framed by a yellow floral backdrop and a golden canopy topped with garlands. Around him, several figures in saffron-orange robes sit on the stage, some kneeling and one with hands folded. Gold trident-topped staffs stand beside the throne. The stage edge is draped with marigold garlands and red and white cloth, with brass vases of orange and white flowers and red carpets with yellow marigold borders in the foreground.2010-01-01A crowded festival tent with red and white draped valances and a golden ornate platform at centre. On a gold-and-yellow decorated dais, a figure in orange robes stands among attendants; a golden canopy with garlands hangs above. Around the platform, devotees in white dhotis and kurtas, saffron and orange robes, and women in sarees of red, pink, yellow and green move about. A woman in a pink saree with red blouse holds an orange-lined tray, and flower garlands and orange marigolds decorate brass vessels at the front. Many people are visible, mostly partly seen in the foreground.2010-01-01