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A photograph of a stage event with a seated teacher on an ornate gold throne at right, wearing a rust-brown turban and brown robe, with a garland and a gold trident behind him. Four or more seated figures in orange and saffron robes sit on the stage to his left, one wearing a yellow head covering. A bald man in saffron stands behind them holding a microphone, and a man in white kurta stands at the left edge near a microphone stand. A backdrop of pink roses and a gold canopy frame the scene, with red carpeting on the stage floor.

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May 27 20152015-05-27A stage event photograph in a hall with a backdrop of painted red roses and scrolling vines, with a scattering of red petals on the stage. A man seated on an ornate gold throne with a canopy sits centrally, wearing a saffron-orange cloth, a rudraksha-style mala garland and a flower garland, with bare feet on a patterned rug. To the left, several seated men in orange and saffron robes sit on a white-draped bench, and a young man in white stands at the back left. To the right, a man in white dhoti and shirt holds a microphone, beside a woman in a cream sari with a red border and another woman in a rust-coloured sari with a gold border. Golden pillars frame the stage, and purple and red flower arrangements flank the throne. a person: the seated throne figure wears a saffron cloth and garlands, and there is a visible bearded ascetic in orange robes nearby; appearance is consistent but not conclusive.2015-05-27A stage event photograph with a central figure seated on an ornate golden throne with a canopy, wearing a saffron turban, saffron robes and a flower garland. A flanking row of saffron-robed sannyasis sits on the left, one with a shaved head and others in orange shawls. On the right, a man in white dhoti and shawl and a woman in a cream sari with pink border stand singing with microphones, and another woman in a maroon sari holds a microphone. A backdrop of painted roses and a red floral panel, with flower vases and red petals at the throne's base, frames the stage. Several people in white stand at the far left edge. The central figure's appearance is consistent with the printed session description and the presence of a candidate on the throne, but the face is not clearly distinguishable at this size, so identity is uncertain.2015-05-27A stage event with a central golden throne under a small golden canopy, backed by a painted panel of a large red rose, scattered red petals and vine motifs. A man in a saffron-and-maroon robe with a red turban and a garland sits on the throne with hands resting on his lap. To his left, a row of seated men in orange and saffron robes, some bearded, one wearing an orange cap. Standing on the right, a man in a white dhoti and shawl holds his hands together, and two women, one in a cream sari and one in a maroon sari, hold microphones. A trident stands beside the throne and potted flowers flank the stage. A red-draped stage platform fills the foreground.2015-05-27A photograph of a satsang on a stage before a large floral backdrop of red roses and scrolling vines. A central figure sits on an ornate gold throne with a gilded canopy, wearing a saffron-orange turban, orange robes and a white flower garland, with a trident leaning beside the throne and red rose petals scattered on the stage. To the left, several seated sannyasis in orange and saffron robes, some with garlands and one with a white beard, sit on a white couch, and a standing man in saffron with a microphone speaks near a mic stand. A man in white stands at the far left near a brass lamp, and a red-and-cream carpet covers the stage floor. Persons: about six visible, all adults, appearance-based candidate on the throne with distinctive turban and garlands.2015-05-27A stage event photograph with a rose-patterned backdrop scattered with red rose petals. A central figure sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy, wearing a rust-orange turban, orange-brown robe and a white flower garland, with a trident standing beside the throne. Five seated men in orange and saffron robes sit to the left on a white-draped bench, one with a shaved head, one with a white beard and saffron shawl, and others in orange garments. Two younger men stand at right in white kurtas with orange-red stoles, one holding a microphone. Flower arrangements and a brass lamp sit on the stage floor. The central figure has long hair and orange-brown attire with a garland, consistent with the page's a person reference, though appearance alone is uncertain.2015-05-27A stage event with a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a golden canopy, backed by a floral wall with large red roses and scattered red petals. The seated figure wears a saffron-orange robe, a matching orange turban, a white flower garland and a rudraksha-style bead necklace. A trident stands at the right side of the throne, and vases of purple flowers flank it. Six other people sit on the left in orange and saffron robes, one in a white dhoti. On the right, a man in a red t-shirt and dark trousers stands barefoot holding a microphone and speaking. A brass lamp stands at the left edge.2015-05-27May 27 20152015-05-27A stage event photo with a central gold throne under a small gold canopy, backed by a painted floral wall with a large red rose and scattered red petals. A seated figure in saffron-brown robes and an orange head wrap sits on the throne, wearing a white flower garland, with a trident-like staff beside him. To his left, several saffron-clad sadhus and priests sit on white cushioned seats, one with a grey beard and another with a shaved head. On the right, a man in a red shirt and white trousers holds a microphone and stands on the stage. Vases of flowers flank the throne on a red-and-gold carpet, and the stage has red draped skirting.2015-05-27A stage event in a hall with a golden ornate throne at centre, flanked by a large rose backdrop scattered with red petals. A seated man in an orange-brown turban and ochre robes wears a white flower garland and sits on the throne, with a golden canopy above and vases of flowers beside. Seven or so people sit or stand on a side platform, mostly in orange and saffron robes, one in white, one in a yellow turban. On the right, a woman in a cream and red saree holds a microphone and speaks. Gold lamps and a candle stand flank the stage, with a red draped stage skirt below. a person: the seated man wears a turban, ochre robes and garland, and sits on the central throne, consistent with the page's Shodasi session context.2015-05-27A stage event with a central seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a canopy, wearing an orange-brown robe, a light-coloured turban and a white flower garland; a candidate matching the Swamiji description, with a turban and ornate clothing as cues, sits in the centre (Swamiji (probable)). Seated to his left are several saffron-robed sadhus and monks, one holding a cloth, and a bare-headed figure in white. Standing at right, a man in white dhoti and shirt holds a microphone and gestures while a woman in a cream sari with gold border stands beside him; another woman in a red-brown sari with a rudraksha mala stands further right. A brass lamp sits in front of the throne, with pink flowers and red rose petals scattered on the stage. Behind is a painted floral backdrop with a large red rose and gilded pillars; the stage is draped in red.2015-05-27A stage event photograph with a gilded throne-style chair at centre, backed by a painted backdrop of red roses and scrolling vines with scattered red petals. A figure in saffron-brown robes and a saffron turban sits on the golden chair, wearing a long beaded necklace and holding a staff-like object; he has long swept-back hair and ornate ceremonial dress, so this is a probable Swamiji in person. Several sannyasis in saffron and orange robes sit on a cushioned bench to the left, one wearing a bright yellow-orange turban and another with a white beard. A standing attendant in white stands behind the bench, and a woman in a white outfit with a red-and-gold shawl speaks into a microphone on the right. Red stage drapery lines the platform edge and a vase of flowers stands beside the chair. Seven or eight people are visible on stage.2015-05-27