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A photograph of a ceremonial scene in front of large white and silver deity murti of a goddess with multiple arms holding weapons, flanked by a pink and white Ganesha figure and another figure in white and gold. In the foreground, several priests in white dhotis with red-bordered shawls and gold necklaces attend to offerings. On the right, a figure wearing a turquoise turban and a turquoise wrap, with long dark hair and a bare upper body, stands beside a gold-trimmed pink throne. Oil lamps, garlands and a canopy with fringe frame the altar.

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A photo inside a temple at night showing a large white and silver decorated deity murti of Goddess Durga with multiple arms, holding weapons, beside smaller murtis including an elephant-headed deity. Oil lamps stand on the floor and a white canopy with fringe hangs above. A man in a blue turban and blue shawl, bare-chested, stands at right beside a red and gold throne-like seat with a yellow cushion. Several men in white dhotis and shawls with ash and red marks sit at lower left performing ritual activity near the lamps. Fairy lights glow in the background.2010-10-15October 15 20102010-10-15 +1 copiesOctober 15 20102010-10-15October 15 20102010-10-15Night-time photograph of a deity murti decorated with a white floral and lace backdrop, a large white canopy with red fringe overhead, and brass oil lamps in front. A figure seated on a red and gold throne with an orange cushion, wearing a blue wrap, is seen from behind, facing the deity. Priests in white clothing stand at left, and an orange-robed attendant stands at right near the throne. Colourful striped poles and small umbrellas frame the scene, with a Ganesha figure at far left.2010-10-15October 15 20102010-10-15Night-time ritual in an open-sided pavilion. A person seated on a red upholstered throne with gold-coloured arms wears a blue turban and blue cloth draped over the shoulder, with long dark hair, facing a deity murti display decorated with white floral arches and an umbrella canopy. Several shaven-headed men in white dhoti and shawl sit cross-legged on a mat before the display, some holding brass plates and offerings; one wears gold chains. A figure in orange robes stands at the right edge. Electric string lights, hanging orange and red banners and a water bottle complete the scene.2010-10-15 +1 copiesNight puja before a large decorated goddess murti with a silver-white arched backdrop and an umbrella canopy overhead. A standing priest in an off-white dhoti and a garland holds a tray of oil lamp flames near the image. Several seated men in white dhotis and garlands sit cross-legged on a mat in front of the murti, some holding brass plates of offerings. On the right, a woman in a turquoise blue sari sits on a red upholstered chair. String lights and bright lamps glow around the setting. The image shows an evening puja and aarti ritual.2010-10-15Night photograph of a temple puja inside a decorated pandal with fairy lights. A standing priest in white dhoti and shawl with rudraksha-style beads holds a tray of offerings near a large goddess murti with multiple arms, a bright blue body, and a white ornate halo and canopy. Beside it are smaller murtis and a decorated frame. Three seated men in white dhotis sit on a mat in the foreground, one holding a brass plate with flowers. A woman in a blue sari sits at right on a red cushioned chair. Oil lamps and a flower garland are visible at the altar. Two people are partly visible at the far back.2010-10-15October 15 20102010-10-15October 15 20102010-10-15 +1 copiesA night-time puja on an elevated stage before a large decorated deity murti of a goddess with multiple arms, holding weapons, adorned with flower garlands and a white ornamental backdrop. Beside her stand a Ganesha figure with a pink body and a second deity figure. A lion or tiger figure appears near the base. Several shaven-headed priests in white dhoti and white shawls sit in front, one standing at left tending a flame and offerings. Bunches of mango leaves hang across the top, and an oil lamp burns on a brass stand. At right a woman in a blue top sits in a red cushioned chair beside the stage, and a golden umbrella canopy is visible above.2010-10-15