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Night outdoor ritual stage in front of a tiered red-walled backdrop lined with rows of small statues, most garlanded with marigold and yellow flower strings. At the top centre a large deity murti sits within a canopy draped with striped red and gold cloth and garlands. Below, a red-cushioned throne-like seat sits empty on the stage. On the left, an ornate silver palanquin or ratha shrine glows with lights, beside large bronze vessels. On the right, a woman in a red and gold saree stands holding a microphone and papers, and another woman in a white saree with red border holds a brass thali tray. Patterned rugs cover the floor and stage lights hang above.

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