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A large hall with a white ceiling of draped fabric and hanging orange-and-patterned banners. Dozens of seated devotees, mostly women in white, cream and orange saris and salwar, sit on mats across the polished floor facing a stage. On the stage, a decorated gold throne with a seated figure is flanked by brass lamps and tall candlesticks, with a blue curtain behind. Two projection screens show the stage and crowd. Women in the foreground hold small brass oil lamps and offering trays with decorative plates. The setting suggests a satsang gathering.

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Wide view of a large hall where many people sit in rows on mats and cushions facing a stage. Most wear white, with some in orange, pink and maroon saris and kurtas. Small oil lamps and brass plates with offerings sit on the floor in the foreground. On the stage, a golden throne-like seat with ornate gold pillars and candlesticks stands before a blue draped backdrop, and a figure in a light-coloured robe stands at the left. Two projector screens on the walls show live images of the gathering. The ceiling is draped with silver fabric and fans hang overhead, with orange and colourful banners hanging at the left.2011-02-27Wide view of a large hall filled with seated devotees on mats and cloth, mostly women in white and pastel saris and salwar, some in orange and pink, facing a raised stage. On the stage, a person in saffron-orange clothing sits on an ornate golden throne with a canopy, flanked by tall brass lamps. A projection screen on the right shows a live feed of the gathering. Drapes and a white fabric ceiling hang overhead, with orange and blue banners on the left wall. Brass plates with offerings sit in the foreground.2011-02-27A large hall filled with seated devotees on orange and white mats, facing a raised stage. Many attendees wear white and cream clothes with gold or yellow borders, some in orange and red saris, and several have long dark hair pulled back. In the foreground a woman in a white top and red shawl sits with her back to the camera. On the stage, a central figure sits on a gold ornate throne before a large backdrop displaying a deity murti, with a small golden offering arrangement in front. Projector screens hang on the side walls and a camera on a tripod records the event. The scene suggests a satsang gathering, though the seated figure's features are not clearly visible.2011-02-02November 12 20102010-11-12Photograph of a large hall with a white draped ceiling and tall striped decorative pillars, where a pada puja is in progress. Dozens of people in white clothes sit cross-legged on the floor in rows, many with orange cloths beneath them, facing a raised stage. On the stage a figure in saffron-orange robes sits centrally before a golden deity murti and ornate golden peetha decorations, flanked by golden vahana figures and floral garlands. Oil lamps and brass puja vessels sit on the floor in front of the seated devotees. Two large white screens hang on either side of the stage.2010-11-18 +1 copiesWide view of a large hall filled with seated devotees on orange and purple mats, most wearing white clothes, some in red or dark tops, with brass plates and small lamps and offerings placed before them. White draped fabric covers the ceiling and ceiling fans hang above. At the far end, a figure in orange sits on an ornate golden throne on a raised stage flanked by dark red and blue drapes, with two screens showing a live image. A photographer's camera on a tripod stands at the right edge.2009-12-15Wide view of a large hall under a draped white fabric ceiling with fans and tall multicoloured cloth banners hanging from pillars. Many women sit cross-legged on orange and striped mats facing a raised stage. Most wear white or pale saris and salwar, some in green, pink and orange. Hair is worn in long braids or buns. On the stage a golden ornate throne-like seat with a central deity murti and lit lamps sits before a blue drape. Two projector screens show slides on either side of the stage. Roughly a hundred or more women are visible.2011-02-27 +1 copiesA photograph of a large hall where many people sit cross-legged on orange and white mats, facing a raised stage at the far end. Most are dressed in white with some in orange, yellow and red garments; several have long dark hair and some wear white shawls. Small brass plates and offerings sit on the mats in front of them. On the stage, a figure in a gold-coloured robe sits on an ornate golden throne before a decorated backdrop, with a deity murti and floral decorations nearby. Two large projection screens flank the stage, and the ceiling is draped with grey fabric and fitted with lights and fans. A slim banner with coloured patterns hangs at the left wall.2011-02-02A large hall with a white draped ceiling and hanging banners in red, yellow and blue patterns. Dozens of devotees sit cross-legged on striped mats facing a raised stage. Most wear white clothes, and some women wear pink, orange or red saris. On the stage, a large gilded throne-like seat stands before a backdrop painted with a deity murti and ornate decoration. Two projection screens flank the stage. Many people are seated closely in rows, with some in the foreground appearing blurred in motion.2011-02-02A large hall photographed from behind a seated audience of many devotees, mostly women, dressed in white and cream saris with gold borders, with some in pink, purple and maroon. Many sit cross-legged on mats with small oil lamps and brass plates before them. On a raised stage at the far end, a figure in orange clothing sits on a gold throne before a backdrop with painted deity murti panels, flanked by several seated attendants in white and orange. Colourful woven hanging decorations hang from the ceiling and a camera on a tripod records the scene.2010-10-26 +1 copiesA large indoor hall with white draped ceiling and ceiling fans hosts a seated satsang. Many devotees, mostly women in white and cream saris and some in pink, purple and orange, sit cross-legged on mats facing a raised stage. On the stage a figure in orange robes sits at the centre of a decorated dais with flowers and a deity murti backdrop, flanked by attendants in white. Oil lamps and brass plates with offerings sit before the rows. Projection screens hang on either side, and colourful hanging ornaments decorate the walls.2010-10-26A large hall with many seated devotees on the floor, most in white and cream saris and dhotis with gold borders, some in pink, purple and orange. They face a raised stage where a figure in saffron-orange robes sits on a golden throne in front of a decorated backdrop with deity murtis. Several devotees in the foreground hold brass lamps and plates, and small oil lamps are lit on the floor. Camera tripods and a video camera stand near the stage, with coloured ceremonial hangings and a projection screen on the walls. The scene suggests a satsang or public talk. Roughly 60 to 80 people are visible.2010-10-26