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A satsang hall with a corrugated metal roof and ceiling fans, decorated with hanging cylindrical banners in red, blue, yellow and orange with floral and bird motifs. At the front, a seated figure in red robes with a white garland sits on an ornate gold throne in front of a dark backdrop depicting planets and a starry sky. Seated devotees in white and pale clothing fill the floor, with several shaved-headed men in saffron and white near the front, and women in saris to the right. A small monitor on the right shows a live feed.

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A photograph inside a hall with a corrugated metal roof and hanging cloth banners in orange, blue and red with floral patterns. At the front, a figure in a red garment with a red-and-white garland sits on an ornate gold throne with carved lion-like arms, before a black backdrop decorated with planets and stars. A brass lamp stand and flower arrangements stand beside the throne. Seated devotees in white and light clothing fill the floor in rows, and a few people stand near a white panel on the left. The scene resembles a satsang or discourse.2011-05-17December 22 20102010-12-22 +1 copiesA photograph of a satsang hall where a seated teacher in saffron-orange robes and a red rudraksha mala sits on a golden throne with a floral garland and colourful fabric canopy. A small golden lion-form seat and a deity murti draped in flowers and a red cloth stand to the left. Seated devotees in white dhotis and shawls fill the floor in front, some in orange and red, while a cameraman in white works a tripod camera to the right.2010-12-22December 04 20102010-12-04A large hall during a seated discourse. Rows of audience members in white clothes sit on the floor and chairs, many seen from behind with bald and dark hair visible. On a raised stage under a grey drape, a golden ornate throne holds a seated figure in red-orange robes with a rudraksha mala and ornate gold garland. Beside the throne stands a golden deity murti or ornate statue draped in flower garlands. Hanging banners with geometric patterns and orange tassels frame the stage, and projection screens flank it. A camera on a tripod records the proceedings.2010-12-22A photo of a press meet held in a plain hall with white walls and a corrugated metal roof. A seated figure in orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on a zebra-striped throne in front of a backdrop of space with planets and stars. Hanging from the ceiling are colourful decorative cylinders with blue, red and yellow floral patterns and orange tassels. Rows of seated people in white and light shirts face the stage, and a man standing at right holds a camera. A brass oil lamp stands at left beside a fan and a speaker.2011-05-17December 22 20102010-12-22A seated audience in white dhotis and white clothing fills the foreground, many sitting cross-legged on the floor facing a stage. On a raised golden throne with red cushioning sits a figure in saffron-orange robes, appearing to give a talk. Behind the throne hangs a large backdrop showing a deity murti group in a decorated temple arch with gold and red tones. Orange and white ceremonial banners with geometric patterns hang from the top, and a small whiteboard stands at the right beside a microphone stand and speakers. A few people in saffron or white sit near the stage edge. The setting is an indoor hall, consistent with a satsang.2010-11-30December 04 20102010-12-04A photograph of a large indoor hall during a seated satsang. Dozens of devotees sit on mats on the floor, facing a raised stage draped with dark grey curtains. Decorative banners with red, white and blue geometric patterns and orange tassels hang from the ceiling, and a standing fan and camera equipment are set up near the stage. Many attendees wear white, and some wear orange, pink and blue saris and kurtas.2011-01-21A wide photograph of a satsang hall under a white tented ceiling hung with tall colourful cloth banners in yellow, blue and red. Rows of devotees in white clothes sit cross-legged on striped woven mats facing a raised stage. On the stage, a figure seated on an ornate gold throne in red and orange draped cloth is surrounded by flower decorations, with a tall ornate gold canopy behind. Several monastics in orange robes sit to the left near the front. Dark maroon curtains form the backdrop and a camera on a tripod is visible at the right side of the stage.2008-12-25A large hall audience sits on the floor facing a raised stage with a gold-and-red ornate throne at centre. A seated figure in orange robes sits on the throne, appearing to address the gathering. Many attendees wear white clothing, and a few wear maroon or dark robes, seen mostly from behind with shaved or grey heads. Dark blue draped curtains, orange and white banners with geometric patterns hang above, and camera tripods stand near the stage.2010-10-08