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A photograph of a crowded outdoor pandal at a Hindu celebration, with a red carpet leading to a raised dais. On the dais, a seated figure in orange robes sits on a striped zebra-print cushion beside a white pedestal decorated with yellow garlands and purple flowers, with a golden elephant figure nearby. A devotee in an orange robe stands in the foreground near a crowd of white-clad volunteers, students in white shirts and dark trousers, and older men and women in white and pastel clothes. A cameraman in an orange shirt films from a tripod at the right, and pink draped fabric and blue-and-white barriers frame the tent. Many people fill the middle and background.

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December 30 20082008-12-30A photograph of a large outdoor event under a white and pink tented canopy with a red carpet. On the right, a seated figure in orange robes with long dark hair sits on a zebra-striped seat decorated with a large garland of yellow and orange flowers, with a small table holding flowers and offerings in front. A cameraman with a tripod stands beside the stage, and an orange-clad attendant stands behind. A dense crowd of devotees in white and orange garments, saffron sarees and white kurtas fills the carpeted area in front, many with hands raised or folded in greeting. A blue-and-white barrier and speakers frame the space.2008-12-30A large crowd of devotees gathers under a white tent at an outdoor stage during Jayanti Brahmotsavama celebrations at Bidadi. On the right, a person in orange robes sits on a zebra-striped throne draped with marigold garlands, hands pressed together in greeting, while a cameraman in an orange shirt films from a tripod. Many devotees in white kurtas and white shirts, some in saffron shawls, move through the aisle toward the stage, and others in lavender, pink and blue saris stand along the blue carpet. Pink drapery and speakers frame the stage, with a vase of flowers in front.2008-12-30A large outdoor tented event with a red carpeted stage and pink draped backdrop. On the stage, a long-haired figure in orange robes sits on a zebra-striped seat behind a white draped table holding flowers and small packets, a flower garland with yellow and red blooms hangs at the right edge. A crowd of people in white and orange clothing surrounds the stage, with several people in white kneeling or standing near the seated figure, and a cameraman with a tripod films from the right. Blue-and-white barrier netting and white tent canopies frame the scene.2008-12-30December 30 20082008-12-30A photograph of an outdoor ceremonial tent with a red carpeted stage at the right. On the stage, a person in orange robes with long dark hair sits on a striped cloth-covered seat behind a white podium decorated with a multicolour floral garland, with flowers and small offerings on top. Behind the podium, a second person in orange stands near ornate golden decorations and a pink draped backdrop. In front, a large crowd of devotees in white and orange clothing, several in white kurtas and orange shawls, stands and gathers on the red carpet, some raising hands. Blue and white tent poles and a white canopy frame the scene, with a brass vessel visible at the lower left. The page identifies this as a person event, and the seated figure's orange robes, long swept hair and ornate garland fit that presentation, so the seated person is a person.2008-12-30A crowded outdoor pandal under a white canopy at the Jayanti Brahmotsavama celebration. In the foreground a figure in orange robes faces the crowd. On the right, a long-haired figure in an orange shawl sits on a zebra-striped throne-like seat, with a garland of yellow and red flowers at the edge of the frame and a bouquet of purple flowers held near the seat. A cameraman with a tripod-mounted camera stands on the right. Many devotees in white kurtas and orange saris press forward, some with hands folded. Blue-and-white bunting, loudspeakers and a green mat fill the space behind.2008-12-30December 30 20082008-12-30A photograph taken inside a large open-sided tent with a bright red carpeted stage at right. On the stage, a figure in orange robes stands behind a white draped podium decorated with a zebra-striped cloth, flowers and a floral garland of yellow, red and green blooms hanging beside it. Several devotees in white dhotis and cream or orange shawls stand on the red carpet, with their hands folded in namaste, facing the stage. Behind them a large crowd of people in white and orange clothes fills the tent, and a cameraman with a tripod and orange shawl films from the right. Brass vessels and offering trays sit on the stage edge.2008-12-30Wide view inside a large white tent with a red-carpeted stage at right, where a figure in orange robes bends forward at a white pedestal draped with a long marigold garland and offerings. Behind the pedestal, two attendants in white and orange stand near a pink draped backdrop with gold decorative panels. A crowd of devotees in white and orange shawls fills the floor in front of the stage, with many standing and some seated. Stage lights hang from the tent frame and a small flag is visible on the left.2008-12-30A photograph of a crowd at a festive outdoor event with a red carpet and a stage. In the foreground, a long-haired figure in orange robes sits with palms pressed together in namaste on a zebra-striped seat draped with a garland of yellow, red and white flowers. A man in a dark shirt bends forward to touch the seated figure's feet while a woman in a yellow-green sari and other devotees in white and orange stand around. Purple orchids and a basket of small packets sit on the seat. Many people in white medical-style coats, white shirts and orange garments fill the background, some with hands folded. Camera operators in white stand near a tripod at the right edge. The seated figure has distinctive long dark hair and saffron robes, consistent with the a person cues.2008-12-30January 01 20092009-01-01