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A seated figure in an orange-saffron turban and orange robe, with a rudraksha mala and a gold pendant, showers pink and yellow flower petals over the bowed head of a man in a white shirt and trousers who stands with palms pressed together in namaskar. Petals fill the air and cover a white-draped seat and a garland of white flowers across the robe. Behind them, several women in white and red saris and a white-clad person holding a rudraksha mala stand in a plain, dimly lit hall with fluorescent tube lights and framed pictures on the wall.

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A photograph of a padapuja-style ritual in an indoor hall. A woman in orange and gold robes with a matching orange head wrap sits on a white-draped seat, smiling and receiving petals while a man in a white shirt bends forward, his hands cupped around hers. Yellow and pink flower petals scatter over the seat and floor, and a metal bowl of petals is held nearby by another person. Behind them, several people in white and a woman in a patterned sari sit or stand near potted plants and white drapes. +1 copiesIndoor photo of a seated figure in an orange saffron wrap and orange turban with a white flower garland, placing hands on the head of a kneeling woman in a white top and green patterned sari. Scattered petals cover the floor. Behind them, standing people in white clothes watch and join their palms, one woman in white holds a small object, and a man in a white shirt stands at the back. Fluorescent tube lights hang on the wall, a small framed picture is mounted high on the left, and a fan stands nearby. The figure in orange has long dark hair and distinctive orange clothing with a garland, and is shown in a blessing gesture, so this may be a person, though the appearance is not certain.2002 - Glimpses From Various Programs2002-01-01 +1 copiesA photograph of a seated figure in a saffron-orange turban and orange-gold dress, bare-shouldered and draped with marigold and white flower garlands, placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt. The seated figure sits on a floral-upholstered wooden armchair on a floor scattered with rose petals and flower heaps. Several people in white clothes stand behind, some clapping with hands raised. The scene resembles a blessing or padapuja-style reception. The seated figure shows distinctive saffron turban and ceremonial garland cues.A photograph of a seated man in an orange saffron turban and orange cloth draped over his shoulder and bare torso, his hand resting on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white dhoti with a rudraksha mala and hands in anjali mudra. The seated figure sits on a white cushion strewn with yellow and pink flower petals, with a garland of white and red flowers around his neck. Behind them, several women in white saris with orange borders hold small metal bowls of offerings, and a woman at the upper left wears a dark green blouse and a rudraksha mala. Flowers in a vase are visible at upper left. The scene appears to be a blessing or initiation ritual. a person identity is not established from appearance alone. +1 copies2003-ANANDA-SPURANA-CONVENTIONS-AT-YERCAUDA photograph inside a large hall with a metal roof and fluorescent lights. A man in an orange sleeveless robe with a pink and teal flower garland sits and places his right hand on the head of a man in a white shirt and white trousers. The older man wears a rudraksha mala, a wristwatch and a bracelet, and bows with his palms joined. Behind them, seated devotees, a woman in a white sari with a black beaded necklace, and people in pale clothing watch. A brass plate or tray with offerings lies on the floor at right.2010-02-14A photograph of a seated man in a saffron-orange turban and saffron robe, bare-shouldered, wearing a long white and yellow flower garland and a red flower garland, placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt with palms pressed together in namaskar. Rose petals and marigold petals scatter on the white-covered seat and floor. Behind them, women in white and grey-blue saris hold metal bowls of petals, and a standing fan is visible in the background. The saffron-robed figure's cues are distinctive, and the page indicates he is a person, but the page says he is not at this event, so identity is uncertain; he is described by role as a seated figure in saffron conferring a blessing.A photograph in a hotel-style room with patterned carpet and cream upholstered furniture. A man in a long-sleeved white shirt and light trousers kneels with palms pressed together while a seated figure in a rust-orange robe and orange turban places a hand on his head in blessing. The seated figure wears a garland of red, pink and white flowers, and flower petals lie on the sofa. Behind them a standing man in white holds his hands together, and a brass oil lamp stands at the right edge. a person is seated in orange with long hair under the turban and garlands, blessing a kneeling devotee. Scattered petals and an oil lamp suggest an honouring ceremony.A photograph of an indoor gathering in a room decorated with pink, yellow and white flowers and potted plants. A bare-chested man in an orange-saffron turban and orange dhoti, wearing a white and red flower garland, smiles while pressing his palm to the forehead of a man in white clothes who kneels before him with hands folded and a rudraksha mala around his neck. Behind them, several women in white and light-coloured saris stand with offering trays containing red and colourful items. The floor is scattered with yellow and pink flower petals. +1 copiesA seated man in an orange-saffron turban, orange robe and rudraksha-style bead necklace with a white flower garland smiles while pressing his hands on the head of a man in a white kurta who bows forward. Behind them, several people in white clothes stand holding metal bowls and rudraksha malas, with flower petals scattered on a white cloth in the foreground. The setting appears to be a devotional blessing or ritual, with a pink-flowered arrangement at the upper left.2003-11-23 +1 copiesA photograph of a devotee in white kneeling with palms pressed together while a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap places a hand on his head. The seated figure wears a long white flower garland with red and green blossoms and is seated on a white draped cushioned seat scattered with petals. Behind them, women in white and pink saris stand with hands folded, one holding a metal bowl of petals, and a fan is visible. The scene suggests a blessing given during darshan. Whether the seated figure is a person cannot be confirmed from appearance alone, so the identity is left uncertain.