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A large crowd stands in and beside a river, many waist-deep in water, while a gold-and-red throne-like palanquin decorated with marigold garlands and yellow and red balloons sits on a stone staircase. Several saffron-robed attendants and a bald man in saffron cloth gather around it, one holding a small tray of offerings. Men in white kurtas and women in orange saris stand on the steps with hands folded in devotion. The scene resembles a ritual procession to a riverbank, with flower-decked ceremonial seating at the centre.

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A crowded river-ghat scene during a ritual procession. Many people wade in brown water in the background, some in white and orange clothes. In the centre, a gold-framed throne-like palanquin draped in red fabric and decorated with white and orange garlands sits on a blue-and-red cloth. A bald man in orange robes and a red-and-orange shawl stands on the steps beside the palanquin with a hand on a red-and-white box, while a man in white clothes and an orange shawl reaches toward it. Devotees in orange and saffron saris and white shirts press close on the stairs, and a cameraman with a camera stands at the left edge.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a riverbank where a large crowd stands waist-deep in water. A decorated palanquin-style platform with a red cushioned seat, gold crown-like finial, and garlands of marigolds and white flowers rests near the water's edge. Several men in saffron-orange robes and orange shawls lift and carry a red-and-white box wrapped in white cloth. Nearby a bald man in orange robes stands beside them, while a man in white clothing and devotees in orange saris and shawls press forward with hands folded in prayer. Colourful balloons decorate the platform.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a river or temple tank where many people wade and bathe in brown water behind a stone step. In the foreground a crowd of devotees in white and orange clothes surrounds a bare-chested man in orange cloth with a white flower garland, holding a small object in his hands near a metal box. Behind him stands a golden throne-like seat with a red cushion, decorated with garlands and colourful balloons. A bald man in orange robes stands at the right, and several people in orange shawls and white kurtas attend the scene.2009-01-02January 02 20092009-01-02January 02 20092009-01-02Overhead view of a crowded water ritual at a temple tank. A large ornate golden canopy sits over a red-cushioned throne-like seat on a decorated blue-and-gold cloth, surrounded by flower garlands, banana and fruit plates, and marigold offerings. Dozens of people wade or bathe in the water around it, many in white or orange clothing with yellow garlands. Men in saffron robes stand on the steps near the seat; one holds a white plate of offerings and another holds a long garland. Onlookers in saris and white shirts press along the steps and edges.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a water tank with stone steps: a large crowd of devotees, many in orange and saffron clothing and white kurtas, stands closely around a decorated palanquin with a red cushioned seat, a gold canopy, and garlands of marigolds and yellow flowers. A bald man in a saffron garment with a white floral garland stands at its center, receiving attention from attendants; a white cloth is held up nearby. Behind them, many people wade and bathe in the brownish water, and a small gold-roofed shrine structure stands on the far bank.2009-01-02Outdoor photo of a crowd around a shallow temple tank at dusk, with many people wading in brownish water. In the centre, a man with long dark hair wears a saffron-orange garment and a white floral garland, standing beside a bald man in orange robes. Behind them a gilded palanquin with a red velvet seat, marigold garlands and yellow-orange balloons sits on a decorated platform. Others in white and orange clothes stand in the water, and a dark stone fountain structure with a domed top and attendants in yellow and white stands at the back.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a riverside ghat where many people wade and bathe in shallow water near a large dark structure and a golden canopy over a red-cushioned throne-like seat draped with marigold garlands and flower decorations. In the foreground a man in an orange-red shawl and white garments carries a red and white case while a bald man in white and a man in an orange shawl guide the crowd. A bare-chested man in orange garments with a flower garland stands at the centre near the throne. Devotees in orange and white clothes press around the steps, and a woman in an orange sari with a red bindi stands at right. The scene resembles a Brahmotsavam ritual by the water, with the seat garlanded for the occasion.2009-01-02Elevated view of a large crowd gathered around a golden-canopied throne (peetha) set on a blue and red cloth in shallow water, decorated with marigold garlands and flower offerings. Several men in saffron/orange robes stand beside and behind the throne, one holding a ritual fan, while devotees in white and orange clothes wade in the water and press forward with hands folded. A black ornate tank structure with fountain jets and people bathing stands in the background. The seated figure on the throne is not visible.2009-01-02January 02 20092009-01-02Outdoor photograph at a riverbank or lake steps during a festival immersion. Many people wade in brownish water, many in white and orange clothing. In the foreground a crowd presses around a decorated golden-canopy palanquin with a red velvet seat, draped in marigold and multicoloured garlands and balloons. A saffron-robed man with a long garland stands on the steps holding a small lidded tray or box, while a bald man in orange robes and an orange shawl beside him holds an orange box. Several people wear white kurtas and orange shawls; some wear rudraksha malas.2009-01-02