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A photograph of an indoor hall stage decorated with a wall of colourful balloons in red, yellow, blue, green and orange. On a raised golden throne-like seat at the centre sits a seated figure in a red garment, with an ornate golden canopy above. Three people in saffron-orange robes and one child in white kneel or bend at the base of the stage, appearing to perform a devotional act. A blue 'NO MOBILES ALLOWED' sign hangs on the left wall and a red curtain frames the stage. Petals are scattered on the floor.

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December 24 20082008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24Indoor stage event with a backdrop covered in colourful balloons in pink, orange, green, blue and white, framing a golden ornate throne or deity murti at centre. A man in white kurta and white dhoti stands on the stage steps, while a child in white stands beside him and another person in saffron/orange robes bends near the steps. A figure in orange robes kneels on the lower level near offerings, and an ornate golden throne-like structure with a canopy sits behind. A dark curtain and a sign reading NO MOBILES ALLOWED are visible on the left. Scattered petals cover the floor. The scene suggests a ceremony or children's celebration at the stage.2008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24 +1 copiesA stage decorated with a dense cluster of multicoloured balloons in pink, orange, blue, green and white, surrounding a gilded throne with red cushions. Seated on the throne is a golden-coloured figure of a deity murti, wearing a flowing cloth. A standing young man in white kurta and white dhoti holds a microphone and a red bucket is on the stage edge. A boy in white clothes stands at left holding a microphone, and a monk in saffron-orange robes sits on the lower stage near a speaker. Maroon curtains hang behind, and lights are visible at upper left.2008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24A decorated stage at a temple-style event with a large golden throne backed by a wall of multicoloured balloons in pink, orange, blue, green and white. Seated on the throne is a figure in gold-trimmed clothing, with a red cushion and a garland draped on the canopy above. A person in an orange robe sits on the lower step to the left, while two people in white dhoti-style clothes stand on the stage, one with hands folded in front of a red bucket. Confetti and petals are scattered on the steps, and red and maroon curtains hang behind the stage.2008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24A stage decorated with a dense backdrop of colourful balloons in orange, green, blue, yellow and red. A seated figure with long dark hair wears a cream-coloured robe and dhoti on a gilded throne with red cushions and a golden back, garlanded with white and orange flowers. Two attendants work at the stage edge: one in an orange saffron robe bends low at the left, and another in white clothing stands and leans forward beside a small kneeling child in white. Brass oil lamps and a small bell sit on the platform before the throne, with marigolds scattered on the floor. The setting suggests a Brahmotsavam celebration with children's blessings.2008-12-24A stage event with balloons and flower garlands decorating a gold-framed throne at right. A long-haired figure in a cream and gold silk outfit sits on the red-cushioned throne, smiling and gesturing with one hand. At centre, a figure in an orange robe and red waist cloth bends forward, touching the forehead of a child kneeling in white with a garland, before brass puja items and a lamp. A standing boy in white dhoti with gold border and rudraksha mala watches with hands folded. A red curtain and blue backdrop frame the stage. Probable Swamiji on the throne, seated in cream and gold clothing with long swept-back hair and a gold-framed throne.2008-12-24Indoor stage decorated with a wall of colourful balloons in pink, yellow, green, blue and orange behind a dark blue curtain. At centre sits a seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a red cushion and a gold canopy, flanked by flower arrangements; the figure is a statue or effigy rather than a living person, and no face is identifiable as a specific individual. In front, a line of children in white, saffron and orange dhotis and kurtas stand with palms joined toward the throne on the left, while girls in colourful salwar kameez and half-saris stand on the right. Several seated devotees in orange and white clothes sit on the floor in the foreground, their backs to the camera, with petals scattered on the white floor.2008-12-24A stage set with a backdrop of colourful balloons in orange, blue, green, pink and red, with a golden deity murti or ornate golden frame at the right edge. Two men in saffron-orange robes kneel on the stage, one bending forward over a seated figure in white clothing whose feet are visible; the seated person appears to be receiving a ritual action, possibly a padapuja or blessing. A third man in white kurta and white dhoti stands bowing at the right beside a small table with a brass lamp, a bell and a plate of offerings. A bronze or copper statue stands near the kneeling group. The scene reads as a temple-style ceremony on a stage during a celebration.2008-12-24