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A photograph of a long hall under a draped white fabric ceiling with ceiling fans and tall cylindrical banners wrapped in colourful patterns hanging in a row. Two lines of devotees stand facing inward on a polished white floor with palms pressed together in namaskar, some with heads bowed. On the left, a man in an orange shirt and white dhoti stands among others in white, and a woman in green and red sari is nearby. On the right, women in white saris and pink salwar kameez stand alongside a girl in white. At the far end, saffron-robed monastics stand near a decorated altar with a lit lamp and a small deity murti under a canopy.

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A photograph inside a decorated hall with a pale draped ceiling, ceiling fans, and tall colourful striped pillars with orange tassels. In the centre, a man in a saffron-orange robe with a red-orange shawl stands barefoot holding a tray, facing a row of devotees. Devotees in white dhotis and shirts, one older man with a long white beard, stand with palms pressed together in namaste. A small girl in a white dress stands among them. On the right, women in saris and salwar kameez, including one in red, also hold hands folded in prayer. A second saffron-robed figure stands behind on the left. The scene suggests a puja or darshan line of devotees offering respect.2010-11-15Photograph of a hall with a polished marble floor and colourful striped bunting hanging from the ceiling. Two rows of people stand with palms pressed together in anjali along both sides, men in white on the left and women in white and blue saris on the right. In the centre, two figures in saffron/orange robes walk forward down the aisle, one with a rudraksha mala around the neck, followed by a man in white. A deity shrine with garlands is visible at the far end, and a small wooden pedestal or table sits near the aisle. Several people are seated on the floor in the background. The scene suggests a satsang or puja procession.2010-10-07December 22 20102010-12-22October 09 20112011-10-09A photograph inside a large hall with a white fabric canopy ceiling decorated with hanging multicoloured cylindrical banners and ceiling fans. A monk in a saffron-orange robe stands holding a tray, while a woman in a blue salwar outfit faces him. Several devotees stand in a line, some with palms pressed together in anjali, including a woman in a yellow top with blonde hair at the left, a girl in a red top and a girl in a yellow dress. Women in white saris and men in white dhotis stand along the sides. A seated woman in a red top sits at the far left, and a bald man in white robes stands at the far right near the back wall, where a pink backdrop and altar are visible.2011-02-08A long hall with a white fabric ceiling, hanging orange cloth, and multicolored striped pillars lining the central aisle. Devotees stand in two rows facing each other: men in white dhotis and white shirts on the left, and women in saris and salwar kameez in teal, green, orange, and pink on the right, many with palms pressed together in anjali. In the centre, a man in a saffron-orange robe and a man in white dhoti with a yellow shawl hold a brass tray between them. A banner and a red-and-gold backdrop are visible at the far end of the hall. About 20 people are visible.2010-10-12 +1 copiesOctober 09 20112011-10-09A long hall with polished floor where two lines of devotees stand facing inward toward a decorated stage at the far end. On the left, men in white shirts and white dhotis, some wearing rudraksha malas, stand with hands folded; a young boy in a grey shirt stands in front. On the right, women in green salwar, grey shawls, a yellow and blue outfit and a grey shawl stand with hands clasped. Colourful striped pillars with orange tassels hang from a white draped ceiling, and an arched floral backdrop frames a red-draped seat on the stage.2010-12-22A photograph of devotees standing in two long rows on a polished grey marble floor inside a hall. On the left, men wear white kurta-style shirts and white dhotis, hands folded or clasped before them. On the right, women in sarees and salwar kameez in red, maroon, orange, teal and cream stand with palms pressed together in namaskar, with a young girl in a red outfit at the front. Orange and gold ceremonial hangings with decorative bands hang from the ceiling. At the far end, a decorated golden throne-like seat with a yellow and red canopy and brass lamp stands on a raised platform flanked by tall brass lamps, with a deity murti visible in a gilded niche.2010-12-28A ceremonial welcome in a large hall with a white fabric ceiling and tall decorative pillars wrapped in colourful patterns with orange tassels. A central figure in an orange-saffron robe with a rudraksha mala stands at the front, extending a hand over a silver tray held by a young man in white with a yellow shawl. Lines of devotees in white and pastel saris and kurtas stand on both sides with palms pressed together in anjali mudra. Ceiling fans hang overhead, and a banner is visible at the far end of the hall. Some people wear white garments with lanyards.2010-10-12A photograph of a long, polished hall with a white draped ceiling and multicolored striped pillars hung with tassels. Rows of devotees stand in a long line down the glossy floor toward a distant decorated area. In the foreground a man in a blue shirt stands with folded arms beside a man in a pink shirt and dark trousers; a woman in an orange sari and a woman in a pink sari stand nearby, and a woman in a white sari and a woman in a cream jacket with black trousers are in the line. Further back, figures in white and saffron stand waiting. No identifiable a person appearance is visible in the scene.2011-01-23A photograph of a large indoor hall with a white fabric ceiling, decorated pillars wrapped in coloured patterns with orange tassels, and ceiling fans. A man in an orange robe with a beaded necklace stands on a polished white floor, a hand raised toward a bearded man in white dhoti and shirt who presses his palms together. Another orange-robed attendant with a shaved head holds an offering near him. Devotees in white dhotis and shirts stand along the left with palms joined, and women in saris stand on the right with hands folded. An altar with a decorated backdrop is visible in the distance. The scene suggests a greeting or blessing, with about 20 people visible.2010-10-07