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A photograph of a stage set for a Dasara celebration. A seated figure in orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on a gold throne with red cushions, a yellow fringed canopy overhead and a garland of marigolds draped over the throne. On the left, a gilded palanquin-style carriage holds a small deity murti decorated with garlands. A backdrop banner shows a painted portrait of a figure in an orange turban at left and a richly adorned goddess murti at right, with Kannada text and the word Dasara across the top. Flowers stand beside the throne and a stage edge runs across the foreground. The seated figure is an appearance-based probable Swamiji candidate with long hair, saffron robes and a rudraksha mala, seated as the speaker.

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October 16 20102010-10-16A seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold-and-crimson throne (peetha) on a stage, decorated with a garland of marigolds and purple flowers, under a gold fringed parasol. Behind the throne, a large red banner shows a Kannada-script heading with the word Dasara and a golden deity murti on the right with a crown and necklaces. To the left, a gilded vahana-style palanquin with a jeweled canopy and garland stands beside the stage. A white stage edge runs across the foreground. The figure wears a rudraksha mala and has long dark hair, the saffron clothing and rudraksha mala are visible cues, and the seated figure is an appearance-based candidate for the a person label, with some uncertainty.2010-10-16A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne on a stage, with a gold-fringed yellow parasol overhead. The throne is decorated with garlands of yellow and orange flowers and a golden rectangular seat with a red cushion. The seated person wears an orange-saffron robe and a rudraksha mala, and raises one arm in greeting. A large red banner behind the stage shows a portrait of a man in an orange turban on the left, a golden peacock sculpture with flower garlands on the left stage, and a richly adorned goddess murti with a red-and-gold crown on the right. Kannada script reads Dasara and a line of Kannada text, and a banner caption begins with Parama. Flower arrangements stand beside the throne and a microphone stands on the stage floor.2010-10-16A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate golden throne with a saffron-yellow fringed parasol above it, speaking into a microphone on a stand. Garlands of yellow and purple flowers drape the throne. Beside him stands a golden ceremonial vehicle with a bird figure and a small deity murti decorated with garlands. Behind the stage, a large orange backdrop shows a painted portrait of a figure in an orange turban, a painted deity figure at right adorned with jewellery, and the word Dasara in English and Kannada, with the phrase Celebrate the Mother beneath. The image is a photo of a stage event with no visible audience.2010-10-16A seated man in orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, garlanded with purple and orange flower chains, with hands joined in greeting before a microphone on a stand. A large golden umbrella with yellow tassels stands above him. A golden lion figure sits to the left beside a garlanded deity murti in a small shrine. Behind is a red banner with a painted portrait of a man in an orange turban and a large golden goddess murti on the right wearing jewelled ornaments. Red and gold flower decorations and a dark curtain complete the stage setting. The seated figure's orange robes and jewelled-turban portrait on the banner are cues, but the person's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance.2010-10-16A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, garlanded with yellow and purple flowers, under a yellow fringed umbrella. A second gold throne-like seat with a golden umbrella stands to the left, garlanded and holding a small deity form. A large backdrop shows a deity murti adorned with pearl necklaces, flower garlands and a crown. A microphone stands before the throne, and a standing fan is at right. The stage is covered in orange cloth. The seated figure is a person, identified by saffron clothing and rudraksha mala, with long swept-back hair and a gold necklace visible; the figure is on a throne in an orange-draped stage setting.2010-10-12A seated person in an orange-saffron robe with a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions and garland decorations beneath a yellow fringed umbrella on an orange stage. A microphone stand stands beside the throne. Behind, a large orange banner shows a portrait labelled "Paramahamsa Nithyananda" with an orange turban, a golden palanquin-style deity display with a garlanded figure on a golden vehicle, and a large deity murti in red and gold with garlands. Swamiji (probable): long dark hair, saffron robe and rudraksha mala seated on the throne.2010-10-16October 16 20102010-10-16 +1 copiesA seated man in an orange robe sits with palms pressed together in namaskar on a gilded, red-cushioned throne with a garland of yellow and green flowers. A golden parasol with yellow fringe stands above him. An orange-carpeted stage has a microphone on a stand and a laptop nearby. Behind him a large orange banner reads Dasara and a Kannada heading, with a deity image on the right wearing a jewelled crown, necklaces and a flower garland. On the left, a golden deity figure sits on a golden lion-like vahana beneath a multicoloured parasol and garlands. A white pedestal fan stands at the right edge.2010-10-12A seated figure in orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate gold throne with a canopy, garlanded with yellow and orange flowers. A rudraksha mala and gold necklace are visible. Flanking the throne are decorated deity murti figures with garlands: on the left a small deity, on the right a large painted-style goddess figure with a crown and jewelled adornments. Golden peetha stands and ornamental kalasha-like objects surround the stage. Behind is a large orange backdrop with a portrait of a smiling man in an orange turban and the Kannada word and English 'Dasara' printed on it. The stage edge has many small lamps lit.2010-10-17A seated man in orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy on a decorated stage. Garlands of marigolds and multicoloured flowers frame the throne, and flanking thrones hold garlanded deity murti on the left and a deity form on the right. Behind is a large orange banner with a portrait of a smiling man in an orange turban, a Kannada word and the English word Dasara, plus a large depiction of a goddess with a crown and jewelled adornments. Oil lamps line the stage floor. The seated figure's appearance is consistent with the candidate a person in the role of a seated honoured guest on the throne.2010-10-17A photograph of a stage at a Dasara celebration. A seated figure in long orange robes, a rudraksha mala and long dark hair sits on an ornate gilded throne with red cushions, one hand raised, speaking into a microphone on a stand. Beside the throne stands an empty gilded chair garlanded with yellow and red flowers, holding a small deity murti. A large orange banner behind shows a smiling portrait of a man in an orange turban and the Kannada word for Dasara, with a richly adorned goddess figure wearing a crown and jewelled necklaces. Probable Swamiji is seated on the central throne, identified by long swept-back hair, orange robes and rudraksha mala. A dark curtain and red carpeted stage complete the scene.2010-10-11