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A photograph of a ceremonial gold palanquin-style throne canopy decorated with white and purple flower garlands, red roses and pink strings of blossoms. Seated on a gold throne at centre is a bearded man in saffron-orange robes wearing a large gold crown and rudraksha-style garlands, with red and white flower garlands draped over him; the cues are ornate and distinctive, so he is a probable Swamiji candidate in an in_person setting. To the left, a bald priest with white vibhuti markings holds a silver trident. On the right, two men in white dhotis and shawls with rudraksha malas sit near the throne, one holding a red-and-gold object, while another man in white stands at the edge. Tall pillars of flowers frame the scene, with a white cloth canopy and gold-edged drapes above.

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December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of a festival procession vehicle draped with white cloth and heavy garlands of red, pink, purple and white flowers. A central figure reclines on an ornate gold-and-silver throne-like seat, wearing a tall gold crown with a green feather ornament, a red flower garland over the shoulders and a rudraksha-style necklace. To the left, a shaved-headed priest in white dhoti with white tripundra marks holds a silver trident-shaped ceremonial object. To the right, men in white dhoti and gold-bordered shawls with a brown beaded mala stand beside the carriage. Pink and yellow flower strands hang behind the seat, with pink lotus blooms in the foreground. a person cues: crown, rudraksha-style mala, and a reclining honoured posture on a ceremonial seat.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A night procession on a golden palanquin decorated with white cloth, red and pink flower garlands, and greenery under a canopy of white and red blossoms. A man in an ornate gold crown and orange-saffron garments sits on the golden seat, smiling and raising one hand in greeting; a red garland drapes over his shoulders. To his left, a bald man in white with a tilak and gold necklace holds a trident-like staff. On the right, a man in white dhoti with gold borders stands at the palanquin holding a long staff, with rudraksha beads visible. Pink lotus-like flowers decorate the base.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of an evening procession on a flower-decorated palanquin. A bearded man with long dark hair sits reclined on a silver-embossed couch under a canopy draped in white, yellow and magenta garlands, wearing an orange-saffron garment, a flower garland and a large gold crown-like headpiece. To the left, a bald attendant in orange holds a long ceremonial staff, and beside him stands a man in white dhoti and shawl with a rudraksha mala. On the right, a bearded man in cream dhoti and gold-bordered shawl with a rudraksha mala holds a small vessel, and another attendant stands near the edge. The palanquin base is banked with lotus flowers and purple and yellow blooms, and camera equipment is visible around the frame.2016-12-23A photograph of a decorated palanquin procession at night. A bearded man seated on a gold-ornamented throne wears a golden crown, a red and white flower garland, and a saffron-toned garment. Overhead, the canopy is draped with white and yellow flower strands and pink and magenta garlands. To the right, a shaved-headed attendant in a white dhoti with gold border holds a rudraksha mala and a long ceremonial staff. Lotus flowers are scattered on the palanquin, and a trident-topped silver staff appears at the left edge.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A man seated on an ornate gold palanquin or throne-like seat is decorated for a night procession. He wears a gold crown, layered floral garlands, a rudraksha mala and gold chains, with an orange-saffron garment. Beside him, a man in white dhoti and shawl holds a rudraksha mala. Red and white flower garlands drape the canopy, with green foliage and a white cloth overhead. The man on the seat is shown smiling and gesturing with his hand. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure in a procession, identified by saffron clothing, crown and rudraksha cues. A second man in white attends him.2016-12-23