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A seated man in a blue dhoti-style wrap and a blue shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, long dark hair swept back, several beaded necklaces and a rudraksha mala over his chest, one hand raised in a teaching gesture. Around him, a group of shaved-headed men in white ritual cloth with red-bordered edges sit on the floor; several hold small objects and offering items in their hands, and one wears a beaded mala. A table with fruit, flowers and small brass items sits to the left. Through a window in the back wall, a person in yellow is visible behind a camera setup, and incense sticks stand at the lower right. Swamiji (probable) appears as the seated teacher on the throne, identified by long swept-back hair, multiple malas and necklaces, and a blue wrap on the throne.

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A photograph of a satsang-style ritual setting. A man seated on an ornate golden throne with a red cushion, wearing a turquoise-blue wrap, multiple white beaded necklaces and long dark hair, raises one hand mid-gesture as he speaks. He appears to be the probable Swamiji by appearance, based on the long swept-back hair, ceremonial necklaces and blue ornate clothing. Around him, five shaven-headed men in white dhotis and shawls with red borders sit on the floor holding small silver ritual vessels and cups, some raising them. A small table at left holds fruit, flowers and a brass lamp. A blue curtain hangs behind and a person is visible through a window at upper right.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, a blue silk garment, layered beaded necklaces and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with an upraised hand while speaking. Six shaved-headed men in white dhotis and white upper cloths sit on the floor before him; several hold small glass cups or vessels, and brass and silver puja items with fruit rest on a low table. A red curtain and a plain wall form the backdrop.2011-02-08A photograph of a ceremony in a plain room with pink walls and blue curtains. A man with long dark hair, wearing a blue robe and beaded necklaces, sits on an ornate gold and red throne with his hands resting in his lap; he is the seated figure described as Swamiji (probable), with long swept-back hair, a blue robe and rudraksha-style mala beads. Before him, seven shaved-headed men in white dhotis and white shawls with red borders sit on the floor. The man closest in the centre holds a small cup or bowl in both hands, and a floral arrangement and fruit sit on a table at left.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, wearing a turquoise-blue silk garment, layered bead necklaces and a white bead garland, sits on a gold-and-red throne with a raised hand while speaking. Swamiji (probable) is indicated by the long hair, blue robe and ornate garlands, seated on a golden peetha. Before him, several shaved-headed devotees in white dhoti and shawls with maroon borders sit on the floor, many holding small glass cups and some with rudraksha malas. A wooden table with a fruit plate, a brass vessel and a small pink flower arrangement stands at left, and a plain pink wall, red curtain and mirror complete the room.2011-02-08A seated figure on a gold-and-red throne wears a turquoise-blue garment, with long dark hair swept back and layered beaded and rudraksha-style necklaces; he sits at a gilded table with flowers and fruit. Around him in front, several shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red-bordered cloth kneel and sit in prayer, several with palms pressed together in anjali mudra, one with a tilak. A microphone and a small brass vessel rest on the table. The background is a pale wall, a mirror and maroon curtains. Pada puja gathering. The seated figure matches the Swamiji cues of long swept-back hair, ornate clothing and rudraksha-style necklaces on a throne, so he is a probable candidate.2011-02-08A long-haired man in a turquoise-blue dhoti-style wrap and multiple beaded necklaces sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, facing right with a slight smile. Before him, several shaven-headed young men in white dhotis with red-and-white borders sit on the floor, holding small silver vessels and spoons, apparently performing an offering or abhishekam-style ritual. Fruit, flowers and a small brass lamp rest on a wooden side table at left, and a red curtain hangs at right beside a window.2011-02-08A long-haired figure in a light blue draped garment and layered beaded necklaces sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne at left, gesturing with both hands while speaking. Before him, six shaven-headed men in white dhoti-style cloths and bead malas sit on the floor in a semicircle, several with raised hands or holding small objects. A small brass vessel and fruit offerings rest on a gold-trimmed wooden stand beside the throne, and a red curtain and blue drape frame the room. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the throne, identified by the swept-back long hair, blue ceremonial garment and multiple beaded necklaces.2011-02-08A seated figure with long swept-back dark hair, wearing a turquoise-blue wrap, a white beaded necklace and multiple strands of white beads, sits on an ornate gold-carved throne with red velvet cushions. A small table in front holds fruit, flower garlands and a microphone. Before him, several shaven-headed men in white dhotis with red-and-white borders sit on the floor with hands folded in anjali; the two central men wear rudraksha malas and one chants with eyes closed. The scene resembles a satsang discourse with disciples in prayer posture.2011-02-08A seated figure in a turquoise-blue cloth with long dark hair and layered white and blue beaded necklaces sits on a gold-and-red throne with a red cushion, while several shaved-headed men in white dhotis and shawls sit before him. Some kneel or sit with palms pressed together in anjali, one with a tilak on his forehead, and bowls of fruit and flowers rest on the gold table at the left. A rudraksha mala hangs on one devotee's chest. The room has pale pink walls, a dark red curtain and a small window. Appearance-based label: a person, seated on the throne in blue cloth with long hair and beaded necklaces.2011-02-08A seated man in a light blue draped robe and multi-strand white pearl necklaces sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned back, raising his right hand in a gesture of blessing. A red bindi marks his forehead and long dark hair falls past his shoulders. Around him, six shaven-headed men in white dhotis and shawls sit on the floor with folded hands, facing the throne. Brass oil lamps with bird-shaped tops stand on gold pedestals beside him, and a tray of flowers and offerings sits at the front. The backdrop shows painted temple columns and deity imagery in red and gold. The man's appearance and placement on the throne are consistent with Swamiji (probable), with long swept-back hair, a bindi, a blue robe, and pearl necklaces, seated as the central teacher.2011-02-08A seated figure in a light blue robe with long swept-back dark hair, wearing layered white and blue beaded necklaces, sits on an ornate gold throne with a red velvet cushion and backrest. Before him, several shaved-headed men in white dhotis with red-bordered shawls sit on the floor; two of them extend a silver vessel and offering plate toward the throne, one holding a small cup. A low gold-carved table in front of the throne holds fruit, flowers and a microphone, with a red cloth draped nearby. Behind them are blue curtains, a pale pink wall and a window.2011-02-08A seated man with long dark hair wears a light blue dhoti-style garment, a white bead necklace and ceremonial beaded garlands, sitting on an ornate gold-and-red throne (peetha) with a red velvet cushion. In front of him, a low wooden table holds fruit, flowers and offerings. Around him on the floor, about six shaved-headed priests in white dhotis and white shawls with red borders sit in a half-circle, several with hands in mudra gestures and one holding a sacred item, during what appears to be a satsang or ritual gathering. A curtained window and a backdrop with a temple-style photograph frame the scene.2011-02-08