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Group photograph on a stage in front of a dark blue curtain and a large illuminated backdrop showing a temple gopuram-style structure in orange and green light. A central figure in a pink and gold brocade sherwani, a white and orange turban, and a red sash stands with hands folded, flanked by bare-chested men in white dhotis with orange and red borders and rudraksha or gold necklaces. Women in saris, including a blue sari and green sari, stand among the group, and a young boy in a white dhoti stands at the front holding a white tote bag. Several people carry white cloth bags printed with a tree logo. A red carpet covers part of the stage floor. a person is the central figure, identified by the turban, ornate pink-gold brocade, red sash and central placement among devotees in ceremonial dress.

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Group photograph on an indoor stage in front of a dark blue draped backdrop and a large illuminated printed panel showing an ornate temple tower. A central figure in a pale pink embroidered kurta, cream turban and red sash stands on a red carpet, flanked by a garland-decorated arrangement. Around him stand about twenty devotees: bare-chested men in white dhotis with orange or purple borders and sacred threads, women in sarees of blue, green, pink and red, a woman in white with a black shawl, and a small boy in a white dhoti. Several men hold white cloth bags printed with a tree logo. The white stage floor reflects the lights.2009-12-28September 15 20132013-09-15September 15 20132013-09-15A large group photo on a stage with a blue and gold painted temple-style backdrop of ornate arches and colourful motifs. Two central figures in the middle stand side by side wearing garlands and ornate attire, one in a red-and-gold ceremonial look and the other with a rudraksha-style necklace; the central figure with long hair and distinctive ceremonial adornments may be a person and is standing with others rather than seated on a throne. Around them stand adults in saris, kurtas and shirts in orange, purple, blue and red, plus several children in white, lavender and red outfits. An orange stage cloth holds brass trays of fruit and offerings in the foreground.2013-09-15 +1 copiesSeptember 16 20132013-09-16September 15 20132013-09-15 +1 copiesA group stands on an orange-carpeted stage before a painted blue temple backdrop with gold deity figures and pink pillars. At centre, a figure in an orange-brown dhoti and a long garland of pink and red flowers stands between two women, one in a gold-and-blue sari with a garland, the other in a maroon sari. A man in a white kurta with a red garland stands to the right. Several children and adults in casual and traditional clothes line the sides, and a shawled elderly man stands at left. Brass plates of fruit, flowers and sweets sit in front on the stage, with rose petals scattered. A purple banner with gold lettering runs along the stage edge. a person is not clearly identified from appearance, so the central figure is described by role only.2013-09-15A group wedding-ceremony photograph in a decorated hall with floral drapes and orchids overhead. Standing centre is a bride in an orange-red silk sari with gold jewellery and a garland of pink, white and green flowers, beside a groom in white dhoti and shawl with a flower garland. To their left, a figure with an orange-red turban, rudraksha-style beads and a brown-and-gold wrap holds a garland. Other family members in white and saffron-orange clothing stand around them, with a girl in pink sari at front. Brass oil lamps, earthen pots, coconuts and a metal bucket fill the foreground.2013-09-16 +1 copiesSeptember 15 20132013-09-15Group photograph on a temple-style stage with a turquoise backdrop decorated with golden arches, pink and gold ornaments and painted guardian figures. A central figure with long dark hair wears an orange-gold garment and a flower garland, standing among a large group of adults and children in saris, kurtas and shirts; the saris include maroon, purple, orange and red tones. Platters of fruit, flowers and offerings sit on the orange stage floor in front. Ceiling fans and a red curtain frame the scene. The central figure has long dark hair and orange-gold clothing with a garland, but the appearance is not clear enough to confirm identity, so the role is given as a central garlanded figure.2013-09-15A wedding-day gathering in a bright hall with pale pink walls, a dark maroon curtain, and a large screen showing a slideshow. A man in a white dhoti and shirt with a pink-and-white garland stands centre-left beside a man in a white dhoti with a yellow-and-white shawl and a rudraksha-style neck cord, both in a line of guests. A young boy in white holds a small object at the left, and girls in pink, red and gold dress stand nearby. Women in green, blue and purple silk saris with gold borders and jewellery stand around them.2013-09-16A group photograph on a decorated stage. A central figure with long dark swept-back hair, wearing a pale turquoise kurta and a tan shawl, stands on a gold-trimmed raised seat or platform in front of a floral backdrop with an ornate golden canopy and a garland-draped throne. Around him stand about a dozen people: men in white shirts and dhotis with red-and-white rudraksha mala necklaces, two women in a yellow sari and a maroon salwar with an orange dupatta, all holding red folders. Gold-and-white draped curtains, flower garlands and greenery frame the stage. Printed copyright text on the photo reads as noted below.2008-12-27