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Indoor homa at a temple-style hall. A seated figure in a red turban and white flower garland sits on a gold-framed seat draped in green cloth, smiling, with a second garland of yellow and orange flowers. A brick fire pit with a bright flame is in front, with brass oil lamps and a tray of fruit nearby. Behind is a shrine with gold-coloured deity murtis and two painted guardian figures holding ritual implements, with green string lights. A hand holding a flaming lamp appears at left edge. The seated figure wears a red turban and garland, with no distinctive long hair or saffron cues, so identity is uncertain.

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