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Wide view from the back of a large seated audience facing a stage at a Kumbh camp event. Dozens of saffron-robed sadhus and devotees in orange, white and peach clothing, some with orange turbans, sit cross-legged on the floor in rows. On the stage behind a red curtain, a row of seated figures in orange robes sits before decorated shrines with silver arches and painted deity murti, including figures with a blue-skinned deity and a central shrine of seated deities. A video camera on a tripod is at the right edge.

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September 11 20152015-09-11 +1 copiesA large seated congregation faces a stage decorated with gilded and red arches, flower garlands and strings of prayer flags. On the stage, several saffron-robed sadhus sit in a row before deity murtis and a central figure seated on a red cushion with a red shawl and beaded necklace. Many people in the foreground wear orange, saffron, white and yellow garments and colourful turbans, and a camera on a tripod is at the right edge. Some of the front-row attendees sit on red and patterned mats.2015-09-11September 11 20152015-09-11 +1 copiesSeptember 11 20152015-09-11 +2 copiesSeptember 12 20152015-09-12A large photograph of a seated congregation of saffron-robed sadhus and devotees on striped mats in a tent hall, facing an ornately decorated stage. Behind them, golden arched shrines frame deity murtis and figures in pink and gold, with a red-draped backdrop above. Many men wear orange and saffron turbans and robes, with some in yellow and red shawls. An empty golden throne stands at the left edge of the stage, and a camera on a tripod is visible at centre. The scene suggests a kumbh gathering with satsang, though only a rough count of visible people is possible.2015-09-11 +1 copiesA large crowd of devotees sits on the floor facing a raised stage in a red-curtained hall, many men in saffron-orange robes and white caps. On the stage, a row of saffron-robed sadhus and priests sits behind brass plates, while a man in a white kurta stands at the side. Behind them are ornate pink and gold shrines holding deity murti and decorative arches, with colourful bunting above. Cameramen on tripods film the stage. Hindu sadhus, devotees and a Kumbh-related satsang gathering are shown, with many attendees visible.2015-09-12A large seated gathering of saffron-robed sadhus and devotees faces a raised stage inside a red-curtained tent. Many attendees wear orange and yellow cloth, some with turbans, and several hold papers. On the stage, a row of ornate pink and gold shrine canopies frames deity murtis, and a line of saffron-clad figures sits behind a low altar. A seated figure in the center is partly visible among the monastic group, but the appearance is too uncertain to identify him. A trident stands at the right edge, and a camera operator is visible near the top right. Coloured bunting hangs across the top of the tent.2015-09-11A large indoor gathering of saffron-robed sadhus seated on a colourful striped rug facing an elaborate golden stage. Many men wear orange or saffron robes and orange or peach turbans, while several figures in the foreground wear pale pink or peach shawls. Behind them, women in white and light clothing sit in rows. On the raised stage, robed sadhus sit in a long line before ornate gilded shrine canopies holding deity murtis, including a central figure in decorated alcove. A camera on a tripod films from the front. Strings of small flags decorate the top of the stage. No single individual's identity is established by appearance here, so the figures are described by role.2015-09-11A photograph of a seated row of saffron-robed sadhus and priests on a raised stage in front of an ornate golden shrine with deity murtis and decorated pillars. Behind them, a backdrop shows colourful deity images. The seated men wear orange and saffron robes, some with rudraksha malas and vibhuti, and a few have grey beards. In front of the stage sits a large audience seen from behind, mostly women in white saris with orange borders and long braids, along with several men in white. Brass plates with offerings and marigold garlands sit in front of the stage. No individual can be confidently identified as a person from appearance alone, so the stage participants are described by role only.2015-09-11A stage with a red backdrop and gilded shrines holding deity murtis is filled with seated saints in saffron and orange robes behind silver-edged low tables with flower offerings. Several bearded elders with long white beards sit at the table line, one in a red-and-orange turban and rudraksha mala. Seen from behind, a large audience of women and girls in white clothes with orange shawls sits on the floor facing the stage, many with hair in plaits or buns. The setting suggests a gathering of sadhus at a Kumbh event.2015-09-11A large crowd of seated devotees fills the foreground, many in orange and saffron robes and white kurtas, some in white caps and turbans. They face an ornate stage decorated with golden arches, pink drapery and painted deity murtis. Several saffron-robed sadhus and seated dignitaries sit in a row on the stage, one wearing a red-orange turban and another with a white beard and orange shawl. A camera on a tripod and a video camera film the proceedings, and a man in a white shirt with a black belt stands at the front of the stage. Marigold garlands and flower offerings sit along the stage edge.2015-09-12