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A large tented hall filled with seated participants on colourful striped mats and cushions, mostly dressed in black and dark clothing with some in blue and pink. At the centre front, a figure in orange-saffron robes sits on a red-cushioned white throne, with a microphone-free stage area before him. Hanging from the white tent ceiling are many colourful paper lanterns and decorative shades in orange, pink, yellow and green. Projection screens display imagery on the walls, and a cameraperson is visible at the left edge. The scene suggests a satsang or yoga session with an audience of roughly a hundred people.

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December 18 20162016-12-18A large tented hall with white draped ceiling and rows of colourful paper lanterns hung overhead. Hundreds of participants sit cross-legged on striped woven rugs in red, blue, green and yellow, many dressed in black. At centre, a man in saffron-orange robes stands beside an ornate white and red throne-like chair, appearing to address the seated group. Large screens on the walls show a close-up of a robed speaker. a person (saffron robe, long hair) is the central figure, standing before the audience during a yoga or satsang session.2016-12-18A large hall filled with seated devotees on the floor and in red chairs, facing a raised red throne. A bearded man with long dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron shawl over a dark top, sits on the throne holding a small book, with a white flower garland draped on its back. Nearby, a woman in a maroon sari sits on the floor, and several people in white clothes sit in the front rows. Above, rows of colorful hanging decorations with red, orange and yellow tassels and lamp-shaped ornaments hang from the ceiling. Two large screens on either side show close-ups of a similar bearded figure in orange. A white electric fan stands in the aisle.2016-12-16Large tented hall filled with hundreds of seated devotees on colourful striped mats and cushions, facing a raised stage at the far end. A seated teacher in orange and cream robes sits at the front centre near a decorated altar. Two large screens flank the stage, one showing a standing figure in saffron. Ceiling is hung with rows of colourful tassels, paper lanterns and dangling decorative pennants. Many attendees wear black, white and grey clothing; a shirtless man sits at left. Hundreds of people are visible, including those in the background.2016-12-19A large tented hall filled with a dense crowd of devotees seated on the floor, many in saffron, orange, white and bright traditional clothing. Hanging from the white ceiling are rows of colourful cylindrical streamers and paper parasol-like lanterns in red, yellow, blue and pink. Large screens on the side walls show the crowd. At the centre front, a figure in orange and gold robes stands on a raised platform with ceremonial items, while a camera operator films nearby. Many people wear rudraksha malas and white garlands.2016-12-07December 12 20162016-12-12A large tented hall filled with several hundred people seated on striped mats and cushions on a red-and-multicoloured floor. Many attendees wear black, white and grey t-shirts or saffron and white clothing. At the front, a figure in orange and saffron robes sits on a raised platform flanked by other robed figures. Hanging from the tent ceiling are long colourful cloth streamers and round lantern-like decorations. Two large projection screens show images, and a shrine with a deity murti is visible at left. Warm lighting hangs above the crowd.2016-12-19A large indoor satsang hall under a white draped tent ceiling hung with colourful tasselled lanterns and small hanging oil lamps. Hundreds of seated devotees fill the floor in white, cream, pink, red, yellow and blue clothing, many wearing red and white garlands. Two large screens on the walls show a close-up of a speaker. At the far end, a central figure in an orange-and-gold robe sits on a raised red seat in front of a golden deity shrine on the left. Dense rows of attendees face the stage area.2016-12-12A large festival hall with white draped ceilings hung with rows of colourful cylindrical and umbrella-shaped paper lanterns in orange, red, blue and green. A dense crowd of devotees sits on the floor facing a raised seat at left, where a robed figure in saffron and red with a red turban and long hair sits on an ornate gold throne. Three large screens show close-up views of a turbaned man in pink and red clothing. Many devotees wear white, orange and saffron clothing; a few people in the foreground are bald and wear sacred threads. Pinned on the right is a sign with a glimpse of text. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable), seated on a throne with long hair, a red turban and saffron-red robes, presiding over the gathering.2016-12-12December 19 20162016-12-19A large indoor hall filled with hundreds of seated participants on colourful striped mats, most in black or grey clothing, attending a session led from a raised platform at the front. Overhead hang rows of tall streamers in orange, red and yellow with small lanterns between them under a white draped ceiling. Three screens display a figure in orange and red robes seated on a platform. A person in orange robes stands near the front, while the audience sits in meditative or yoga-style positions.2016-12-19 +1 copiesA large hall filled with a dense crowd of devotees seated on red carpet, many in white, red, orange and yellow saris and kurtas. Overhead hang rows of colourful lantern-style decorations and paper lamps on a white canopy. Three large screens display a bearded man in saffron, with a red turban, gesturing with raised hands, and a central throne-like seat stands at the front with floral garlands. A tall figure in a red turban and dark garment stands near the centre-right aisle. The atmosphere suggests a large satsang or discourse gathering.2016-12-12