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A decorated deity murti stands within a gold palanquin-style arch framed by layered garlands of white, orange, red, yellow and purple flowers. The murti wears an orange turban, a white bead necklace and a carried staff with ornamental finial, positioned centrally on an ornate gold throne-like seat. Tassels in green, pink, yellow and maroon hang from the gold frame, with a gold lantern-style top ornament. A dark blue draped backdrop and a partial banner stand behind.

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October 30 20112011-10-30A photograph of a gold palanquin or ratha decorated with dense garlands of red, pink, white, yellow and purple flowers. At the centre stands a metal deity murti holding a trident-like staff and a small flag, wearing an orange cloth draped over the shoulders and an ornate jewelled necklace. The golden arched canopy is hung with bells and green, orange and magenta tassels. No living people are visible in the frame.2011-10-30A golden palanquin decorated with dense garlands of red, orange, pink and yellow flowers and green leaves, hung with gold bells and tasselled ornaments in pink, yellow, green and red. Inside sits a small deity murti in orange and gold vestments, framed by a floral arch. Gold lamp stands and a brass oil lamp flank the palanquin, and a large framed portrait of a smiling man in an orange turban and saffron clothing is behind it, labelled with the text BHAGAVAD on the backdrop. The scene is an event setup with no people visible.2011-10-30October 30 20112011-10-30October 03 20112011-10-03Photo 11683173A decorated golden palanquin-style vehicle stands on a stage, draped with garlands of marigolds and white flowers in red, orange and yellow, with hanging brass bells and coloured tassels in pink, green, blue and orange. At its centre sits a deity murti dressed in white with a gold-and-red necklace and a crown-like headdress, framed by a floral arch. To the right, a large portrait shows a smiling man in orange and gold ceremonial attire with a golden necklace. Dark red and navy curtains form the backdrop. No physical people are visible in the scene.2011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03A photograph of a decorated stage setup with an ornate golden palanquin-style seat on wheeled casters, covered with garlands of yellow, orange, red and white flowers and hanging golden bells with coloured tassels. Seated on the throne is a small white deity murti adorned with a garland and necklace. Stage lighting stands and dark drapes frame the scene. At the right edge, a large orange-clad portrait shows a smiling figure in a saffron turban and orange robe with ornate gold necklace, labelled as a portrait, not a physical person. No people are physically present in the frame.2011-10-03A decorated ceremonial palanquin or peetha-style seat is the central subject, heavily garlanded with multicolored flower chains in yellow, red, white, purple and orange. A deity murti in white with a crown and necklaces sits at the centre, framed by a floral arch. Gold-toned bells with pink, blue, green and teal tassels hang from the canopy poles. Gold filigree trim lines the base, with a dark blue drape behind. No physical people are visible.2011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03