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A wide hall during a Bhagavad Gita satsang, with a stage at left under an orange backdrop reading "Bhagavad Gita" and "Dasara". On the stage, a golden throne with a seated figure in orange and a gilded deity murti sit beside a Dasara-decorated display. Rows of seated devotees on mats face the stage: shaven-headed sannyasis and boys in white dhoti and shawls, orange-robed men, and a few people in red and maroon. Brass lamps and metal plates with offerings sit before them. A camera crew with tripods films the scene, and two framed portraits hang on the back wall. A seated figure in orange sits near the stage front, and a projector screen glows at centre.

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October 03 20112011-10-03A photograph of a large hall where many boys and young men sit cross-legged on the floor facing a raised stage. On the stage, a seated figure in orange-saffron robes sits on a golden throne before a backdrop reading Bhagavad Gita and Dasara, with a bright sunset design. Floral garlands decorate the stage, and a deity murti stands in an ornate arch to the right. Several devotees in white dhotis sit in the front rows, and some boys wear bright shirts. A cameraman films from the side, and screens show images at the rear.2011-10-03October 14 20112011-10-14October 14 20112011-10-14A large hall with cream walls and a polished floor hosts a Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang. On the raised stage at left, a banner reads Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang beside a decorated altar with garlands and a seated figure in saffron. In the foreground, several shaved-headed men in white dhotis and a few in saffron or orange sit cross-legged on mats facing the stage. Behind them, rows of younger boys and young men in colourful shirts sit on the floor before brass-and-steel plates of food and offerings. Framed portraits hang on the back wall, and cameras and a light stand are set up near the stage. Some attendees have shaved heads and wear white and saffron garments.2011-10-14October 12 20112011-10-12A large hall with women and girls seated cross-legged on mats in rows, facing a raised stage at the far end. Most wear white or cream saris with yellow borders, while some wear orange, red, pink and black outfits. Many have plates of food, bowls and small oil lamps arranged before them. On the stage, people in orange and white attire sit near a decorated altar with garlands and a golden deity murti. A banner reads Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang and Dasara, showing a smiling man in an orange and gold turban and ceremonial red garland. Framed portraits hang on the back wall, and a camera operator stands near the stage.2011-10-05Wide view of a large hall during a Bhagavad Gita Satsang session. Many seated devotees sit in rows on the floor facing a raised stage at the far end. Men in white dhotis with gold-bordered shawls and women in colourful saris sit on a light floor, several with brass plates, small bowls and oil lamps in front of them. Two monks in saffron-orange robes sit near the front of the rows. On the stage, a golden throne with ornate carved figures and a large deity murti sits beneath a purple banner reading Bhagavad Gita Satsang. A projector screen on the left shows a photo of a person in a turban and orange clothing. Portrait photos in ornate frames hang on the back wall, and a camera operator stands near the stage.2011-09-04 +1 copiesSeptember 07 20112011-09-07A large indoor hall during a Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang, with many seated devotees on the floor, most in white dhotis and simple clothes, some in saffron and red. A stage at left has a backdrop reading Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang showing a figure in a turban and a deity image, with a deity figure seated on an orange cushion. A projector screen at right shows a seated figure in orange and a framed portrait labelled Paramahamsa Nithyananda hangs on the right wall. Cameras on tripods film the event. The seated audience numbers roughly several dozen.2011-09-09August 30 20112011-08-30A satsang hall where children and young devotees sit cross-legged on mats facing a stage. A large banner reads "Bhagavad Gita Dhyana Satsang" above a golden throne with a seated figure in orange robes and a golden crown-like headdress, flanked by ornate gold lamps and a purple backdrop. A standing attendant in orange clothing stands near a camera tripod at right, and a cameraman in a checked shirt films from the balcony. Many seated people wear white dhoti-style clothing, some in yellow, pink, purple and striped shirts. Screens and a projector are set up at the front.2011-11-02