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A night procession on a wide dirt road lit by a bright lamp and a floodlight. At centre, a brightly illuminated ornate chariot or palanquin glows with lamps and flames, carried forward by a group of men. Along both sides, rows of people in orange and red garments with gold borders stand in line, the women in red saris with gold trim and the men in white dhotis and shawls, some holding small lamps. Several figures near the front wear red and maroon attire. Trees and a low building are visible at the edges.

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