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Dim night photograph of a homa or fire ritual in front of a decorated deity murti garlanded with white flower strands and yellow marigold-like beads. A large flame and smoke rise from the fire pit in front of the murti. Three seated figures are silhouetted in the foreground with their backs or profiles turned to the camera; one at left wears saffron-orange clothing and appears to play a long wind instrument, and the central figure wears a dark garment. Brass oil lamps and offering items sit on the altar. Date and event context suggest a Chandi homa at AadiKailaasa, though only the fire, garlands and seated figures are clearly visible.

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