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A ceremonial abhishekam-style puja at an elaborate altar draped in marigold and red garlands. A bare-chested priest in a pink and red turban and white dhoti stands at the altar, reaching toward a golden kalasha-like vessel and offerings, with a broom-like whisk and a golden umbrella-shaped ornament nearby. A second man in white dhoti stands to the left beside a gold-framed embossed plaque and a painted orange-and-white banner. Brass bowls, flowers and a small deity figure sit on the tiered stand under a white tent backdrop.

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A ritual puja before a decorated kalasha on a gold-trimmed altar, the kalasha draped with yellow and red marigold garlands and sheltered beneath an ornate gold arch. A bare-chested priest in a yellow and red shawl and white dhoti holds a pink cloth and a brass vessel toward the pot, while a woman in a red and gold saree with a microphone stands opposite, holding a bowl and a bundle of grass. Golden lion-shaped figures support the altar, a gold ceremonial umbrella with floral and bird motifs stands to the left, and a white tent backdrop surrounds the scene. Two people are visible, plus partial figures at the right edge.2015-07-17July 17 20152015-07-17A ritual abhishekam scene at a decorated altar. A bare-chested priest in a pink turban and white dhoti with a purple shawl pours liquid from a small vessel toward a golden deity murti garlanded with yellow and red flowers. Beside him a woman in an orange-and-gold silk sari holds a brass bowl and a microphone, with a bundle of grass or straw rising from the altar. Brass lamps, a bronze bull, and golden ceremonial umbrellas surround the setup against a white cloth backdrop.2015-07-17A homa ritual in a hall with a white backdrop and a golden throne at the right. Several priests in white dhotis and orange-bordered cloth sit or stand with palms joined. A tiered central kalasha-style structure stands on a blue-skirted platform, garlanded with yellow and red flowers, with a decorated umbrella above. In the foreground, a priest in white seated on the floor tends a fire pit with smoke rising, next to offerings of fruit, flowers, brass bowls and an oil lamp. On the right, a golden throne draped with orange-and-yellow marigold garlands holds deity murtis; a standing figure in orange cloth and rudraksha beads stands beside it. Golden ceremonial standards frame the scene.2015-07-17July 17 20152015-07-17July 17 20152015-07-17A photograph of a temple ritual at a shrine decorated with yellow and orange cloth. Two shirtless priests in white dhotis with yellow borders stand before a deity murti garlanded with alternating red, white, yellow and purple flower strands. The priest in front, wearing a pink and red turban, raises his arm to adjust or offer at the garland. The second priest, bearded and with a yellow cloth over his shoulder, stands beside him. Two small guardian figures with lion bases flank the shrine, a brass lamp stand and oil lamp are at the left, and ornate brass panels decorate the background.2015-07-18Photo of a homa ritual at an outdoor tent-style venue. In the foreground a fire pit with blue-draped top and flames burns below a tall, ornately decorated kalasha-like structure garlanded with yellow and red flowers and topped with a golden canopy. Two priests in white dhotis with orange-gold shawls stand at left, one holding an oil lamp and one in a patterned sash. At right two men in white dhotis and orange-gold shawls speak into microphones. A golden peetha-style frame and a deity murti draped in flower garlands stand behind them, with a golden ornamental arch above.2015-07-17Two priests in ritual dress perform worship before a decorated deity murti set on a stepped altar with a golden arch behind it. The murti wears red and white garlands and a gold chest ornament, and marigold garlands drape the altar steps. The priest in front, bare-chested with a saffron-red dhoti and shawl, leans forward and tends to the lamps. The second priest, in a white dhoti and red cloth with a gold border, stands at the left holding a small bowl. A tall brass multi-tiered oil lamp stand with lit wicks stands in front of the altar, flanked by two large gold ornamental fan-shaped standards on golden draped curtains. Brass lamps are visible at the edges. Looks like a puja before a deity murti.2015-07-06Photograph of a temple puja inside a tented hall with gold drapes. Two priests stand before a decorated shrine: one in white dhoti with a bare upper body and a beaded necklace, the other in a rust-red dhoti and shawl with a rudraksha-style mala, raising his hand in worship. Both are facing a tiered arrangement of a deity murti garlanded with red and orange flower malas, flanked by two large gold ornamental fans on poles. In front stands a tall brass multi-tier oil lamp with lit wicks, with smaller brass lamps around it. The shrine is decorated with green leaves and fruit offerings.2015-07-06Photo of a homa ritual at a temple-style pavilion. Four men in white dhotis with colourful borders stand around an ornate golden deity murti shrine adorned with yellow and red marigold garlands and a kalasha-like tiered altar. A man in an orange-gold brocade shirt holds a microphone and chants while another man beside him holds a microphone. A shirtless priest reaches up to adorn the murti with a flower while another attendant holds a metal vessel. A small fire burns in front of the blue-draped altar with marigold offerings. Gold canopy and white drapery form the backdrop.2015-07-17A temple ritual scene with a gold-framed shrine. Central deity murti is adorned with yellow and red marigold garlands and a gold crown, with a gold-colored robe. Two priests stand before it: one in white dhoti with a purple-bordered shawl, another in yellow and white cloth. A man in a yellow shawl and white dhoti holds a lit oil lamp near a fire pit with offerings and flowers. A third man in saffron headwear and white dhoti stands at right beside another garlanded deity murti. Brass vessels, kalasha pots, a basket of dried offerings and oil lamps sit on the floor. Colourful striped mats cover the ground.2015-07-13