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Outdoor ceremony at a stepped temple tank area in front of a tall pillar wrapped in dense garlands of yellow, orange, purple and white flowers. A central figure sits on a gilded throne with a red cushioned seat, wearing an orange-saffron robe, a rudraksha-style mala and a white flower garland; the central figure is a probable Swamiji candidate by appearance (long hair, saffron clothing, mala, throne) and is shown in person. Seated devotees in front on striped mats include bare-chested men in white dhotis and women in saris and orange garments. A colourful cloth canopy with red, blue and yellow fringes hangs above the throne. Rows of brass plates with offerings and lamps are arranged on the ground in front, and metal pots sit to the sides.

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A photograph of an outdoor ceremony at a temple-like stepped tank setting. A seated figure on a gold and red throne with a crown-like headdress, long hair, rudraksha mala and a white ceremonial garland sits under a red-and-multicoloured canopy with tasselled fringe. The throne is backed by a massive pillar wrapped in dense garlands of yellow, orange, purple and white flowers. Around him, many people sit on striped red, green and pink mats: men bare-chested in white dhotis, women in saffron, orange and white saris, and several in white. Brass bells, pots and a kalasha-style vessel stand nearby, and rows of brass plates with offerings lie in the foreground. Red chairs line the left side, and a camera crew is visible at right. Printed text on the mat reads GLOBAL NITHYANANDA SANGHA. The figure on the throne is an appearance-based probable Swamiji, identifiable by the crown, long hair, rudraksha mala and ceremonial garland.2016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03A large outdoor ceremony at a stepped stone tank with red-brick terraced seating behind. A central figure sits on a gold throne with a red cushion, wearing an orange-brown garment, a red lower wrap, a rudraksha-style bead necklace and a white floral garland. He sits under a white canopy with red and blue tassels, framed by a tall column wrapped in dense garlands of yellow, purple, white and red flowers. Around him seated devotees on striped rugs, mostly men shirtless with white dhotis, and women in orange, white and blue saris, hold brass plates and bowls of offerings. Brass pots and drums stand at the sides and a musician sits near the throne. Overhead, a rail-free audience watches from the steps.2016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03A photograph of an outdoor ceremony on a red-carpeted stage in front of a tiered stone-and-brick structure. A seated man on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat wears red and saffron robes, a red turban-style headpiece, a gold necklace and a white flower garland, with a multicoloured canopy above him. The throne is framed by a large arch of marigold and yellow-purple floral garlands. In front, a seated audience of mostly devotees in saffron, orange, white and blue clothing sits on striped mats, many with folded hands; some are bare-chested in white dhotis. Brass thalis holding fruit, flowers and lit oil lamps line the front of the stage, and tall stands of incense sticks rise from them. Bronze deity figures and a garlanded statue stand along the edges.2016-12-03Outdoor puja gathering in front of an ornate golden throne with a canopy draped in red, yellow, green and purple striped fabric, and the throne framed by tall garlands of marigolds and flowers. A bearded man with long dark hair and a red and orange garment, wearing a rudraksha mala and a white flower garland, sits on the throne and is the central figure, appearing to be a probable Swamiji (probable) in a seated role of honour. Devotees sit on striped mats and red carpeting: men bare-chested in white dhotis, women in orange, red, white and blue saris and kurtas. Rows of brass plates with offerings and small lamps fill the foreground, and a garlanded attendant stands at the right beside stone carvings.2016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03