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A puja arrangement inside an open-sided hall with a corrugated roof. A large framed portrait on a gold-edged stand shows a smiling figure in an orange-red turban, garlanded with yellow and pink flower strands, seated behind a red-and-gold cloth. A red silk umbrella with silver fringe is held above it. Before it stands a small copper deity figure in red, surrounded by yellow marigolds and rose petals on a brass plate. Two brass oil lamps burn, a golden trident stands at right, and brass vessels, a conch shell and a cup of offerings are arranged on a cloth. A small printed photo at left shows feet, and its caption reads "Paramahamsa Sri Nithyananda". No people are physically present.

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Night outdoor photo of a ceremonial seat under a red and gold umbrella with sequined fringe. Seated on a golden throne-like chair and draped in a maroon cloth is a large printed cutout portrait of a bearded man wearing an orange-brown turban with a tilak, a rudraksha-style mala and ornate gold chains, with a garland of white and yellow-red flowers around his neck. The printed cutout is not a physical person. Flower petals and marigold garlands cover the maroon cloth, and a brass tray of petals sits in front. At right, two people in white dhotis with orange cloths are seated beside orange-draped tables with flower arrangements, performing ritual offerings. The ground is dark and open.2021-10-10October 13 20212021-10-13October 13 20212021-10-13October 11 20212021-10-11A photograph of a large cutout or standee of a seated figure in an orange-brown turban and matching robes, draped with garlands of white jasmine, red roses and yellow marigolds, wearing a gold and red ornate necklace, with a gold-framed throne behind and cattle visible under an open-sided pavilion roof. The cutout bears a " and "", and the figure is a printed image rather than a physical person. Red and gold fabrics and a red umbrella overhead complete the scene2021-10-10Night outdoor stage with a golden throne under a multicoloured fringed canopy topped by a gold trident. A seated figure in a red turban, orange-red robes and a white and orange flower garland sits on the throne, one hand raised in blessing. Golden trident standards flank the throne, with incense smoke rising from urns on each side. At right, a bare-chested attendant in orange-red dhoti kneels beside a brass vessel with leaves. On the left, a few people in light clothing are partly visible at the edge of the frame. Red stage cloth covers the platform, with a wooden footstool in front of the throne.2016-09-01October 14 20212021-10-14October 13 20212021-10-13A seated figure sits on a cushioned golden-brown throne backed by an ornate gold-carved arch with a tiered crest and a circular medallion. The person wears a maroon turban-style head covering with an orange band and a small silver ornament, a red bindi, and a maroon garment. A thick garland of red and white flowers with green and yellow beads hangs over the shoulders, along with a heavy gold necklace and a gold armlet. The right hand holds a tall silver trident. Hanging brass oil lamps and bells frame the throne against a dark stone wall. a person: the seated figure is shown with a turban and trident, consistent with the page's reference to a person at the event, though appearance alone is not conclusive.2013-11-17December 02 20172017-12-02A seated figure in orange-saffron robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) backed by a large flower-decorated arch of red, yellow, white and purple blossoms. He wears a pink and white garland, a rudraksha-style mala and gold arm bands. Gold parasols with fringed canopies stand on either side, flanked by silver tridents (trishula) and a silver oil lamp (deepa) in the foreground. A green leafy canopy hangs above. Two women in pale clothing sit at the lower right edge in front of the stage. Swamiji (probable) appears to be the seated figure, based on the saffron robes, turban, ornate garlands and rudraksha cues, presented on the throne as a ceremonial seat.2015-07-09Nighttime outdoor satsang on a raised dais under a multicoloured fringed canopy. A bearded man in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban with a tilak sits on an ornate gold throne flanked by two gold lion sculptures and gold trident staffs. He wears a long yellow and pink marigold garland and a rudraksha mala, with his bare feet resting on a wooden footstool. A small kneeling attendant in orange is at the left edge, a pedestal fan stands at right, and string lights and green oleander shrubs frame the scene.2016-11-05