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A hall with a glossy reflective floor where a line of devotees stands with hands folded in namaskar. A man in a blue kurta stands near the front, and a monk in saffron robes stands beside a bare-chested man in white dhoti and shawl, performing a ritual. At the far end, a large golden throne is decorated with orange drapes, garlands and a kalasha-style ornament, and tall decorative pillars with colourful patterned fabric frame the stage. Camera tripods and a screen are set up at the side. Another white-clad figure sits at the right edge of the stage, and a projection screen hangs on the left wall.

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A long line of devotees stands in a polished hall with a glossy reflective floor, hands pressed together in namaskar, awaiting a ritual. Men in white shirts, orange and red tops, and dhotis or trousers fill the line, with a small child among them. At the far right, a woman in a blue sari stands and a man in orange robes holds a metal tray, while a bare-chested priest in white dhoti and shawl stands beside them. Colourful striped pillars with orange drapes and a white projection screen decorate the background, and a garland-like decoration hangs near the ceiling. The scene appears to show a padapuja line.2011-02-13A photograph inside a hall showing a long line of men standing in two rows with hands joined in namaskar, several in white dhotis and shirts, one in a blue checked shirt and dark trousers, another in a light green shirt. At the right, a monk in saffron-orange robes with a shaved head holds a brass tray, while a woman in a blue sari stands nearby, and another man in white dhoti stands at the far right. A saffron cloth hangs from a decorated stand at the top right, and a white screen is visible in the background. The scene resembles a padapuja ritual in which devotees line up to honour the monk.2011-02-13A photograph of a hall with a line of devotees standing with palms pressed together in namaskar, many wearing white dhotis and white or light shirts, one in a light blue shirt holding papers. Facing them in the foreground, a woman in a blue sari hands or receives items from a bowl held by a monk in saffron robes with a shaved head, who is serving a tray. Other saffron-robed and white-clad attendants stand to the right near a hanging orange and gold decorative banner, with a projector screen behind. The floor is polished and reflective. The scene appears to be a pada puja or darshan line, with the person being honoured not clearly identifiable.2011-02-13A photograph of a long line of devotees standing barefoot on a polished reflective floor in a hall with pillars decorated with colourful woven bands and orange fabric. Many men in white dhotis and kurtas, others in plain shirts and trousers, stand with palms pressed together in namaskar. A woman in a teal blue sari and a monk in an orange robe stand near the front, close to a robed figure in white with a shaved head at the right. A projector screen and dark drapes with pink trim are visible behind them.2011-02-13Photograph inside a decorated hall with a draped white ceiling canopy and tall pillars wrapped in coloured cloth. A bare-chested man in a white dhoti with gold border and a sacred thread stands centre, with tilak on his forehead, placing his hand on the head of a man with folded hands. Another priest in a white dhoti holds a tray. On the right, a monk in a saffron-orange robe carries a brass tray and stands beside a man in white with a gold-and-saffron shawl. Men in white shirts and dhotis stand in line on the left waiting, and more devotees in saffron and white stand behind. Screens and a backdrop hang in the background.2011-03-05A photograph of a hall where a line of men in white dhotis and white shirts stand with hands folded in prayer, some in pale blue or light green shirts. A woman in a blue sari with a shawl holds a tray of offerings, while a monk in saffron-orange robes stands at right holding a tray of items. Other men in white dhotis and orange-robed figures stand nearby on a polished floor, with orange and yellow hangings and a white screen behind. The scene appears to be a pada puja, with devotees offering reverence at the feet of a seated figure not visible in the frame.2011-02-13A photo inside a hall with a glossy reflective floor, showing a line of devotees standing along the left side with hands pressed together in greeting. Men wear white shirts, white trousers, and a plaid shirt. Two figures in saffron-orange robes stand at right, one holding a silver plate or tray, while a taller figure in orange with long dark hair offers an extended gesture. A large ornate golden throne with a cushioned seat stands at the back, flanked by tall striped kalasha-style banners in blue, orange and white. A projector screen above shows a video feed of a gathering. Visible people number roughly six to twenty.2011-02-20A photograph of a long hall with a draped fabric ceiling decorated with colourful woven tassels and orange fringes, with ceiling fans overhead. On the left, several men in white shirts and dhotis stand with palms pressed together in namaskar. In the centre, two monks in saffron-orange robes stand facing each other on the polished marble floor; one holds a small metal plate or tray of offerings, and the other, with a shaven head and a rudraksha mala, receives it. Behind them a line of devotees in white and coloured saris and kurtas stands along the hall, and a golden deity murti or altar is visible in the far distance.2011-01-29A photograph inside a hall with a white ceiling canopy and tall striped cloth pillars with orange tassels. In the foreground, a line of men in white ritual dhotis and white shirts stand with palms pressed together, several with heads bowed. At the centre, a man in a saffron-orange robe and a beaded orange-and-gold necklace stands with a folded paper in his hands, and a second saffron-robed sannyasi beside him holds a small orange object and an offering. A bare-chested man in white stands at the right edge. Women in saris stand along the right side, and a decorated altar with a deity murti is visible in the background. The central saffron-clad figure shows only a beaded necklace and a plain saffron robe, so the identity cue is insufficient and he is described by role as a sannyasi.2010-10-07March 04 20112011-03-04A photograph inside a hall with a fabric-draped ceiling and colourful striped pillars. A man with long dark hair in a sky-blue sari-style garment, pearl and bead necklaces and a red bindi stands center, placing his hand on the head of a man in a white shirt and white dhoti who bends forward with folded hands. A young boy in a grey shirt stands at lower left with palms pressed together. To the right, a man in orange robes and rudraksha beads holds a silver tray with a brass vessel, while other white-clad attendants and seated devotees in the background watch. A shaved-headed man in a yellow shawl and white dhoti stands at left. The setting suggests a blessing exchange in a satsang-style gathering.2011-02-08A photograph inside a hall with a decorated pillar wrapped in colourful painted patterns and a draped fabric ceiling. In the centre, a man in a saffron-orange robe with long swept-back hair holds a silver tray of offerings with one hand and raises his other hand toward a devotee, appearing to bless or perform a ritual gesture. Beside him, a bald man in an orange robe holds the tray. On the left, several men in white shirts and dhotis stand with palms pressed together in namaskar, some wearing rudraksha malas and bangles. Behind them a screen and a golden-decorated seat are visible. Several people are visible in the scene.2011-01-21