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Night procession on a stone-paved open area with a large crowd. Several decorated umbrellas in orange, red and yellow with fringed edges are raised above the people. In the foreground a man in dark clothes swings a glowing blue-lit object while spectators watch, and musicians beat drums in white dhotis and kurtas. Sparks fly in the dark sky above. Strings of coloured lights in blue and green line the right edge, and a man in an orange shawl stands near the right side with a lit lamp.

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Night procession on a stone-paved open area with fireworks bursting in the dark sky above. A crowd of people in white dhotis and shirts, many with bare chests or light clothing, stands and walks around drummers beating large drums. A central figure in dark clothing holds a long pole or torch with a flame at the top. Several large umbrellas with red, orange and blue fringed canopies are raised over the procession. Strings of coloured fairy lights and a small illuminated stage or vehicle appear at the right edge, with a person in orange and saffron robes standing near the decorated display. Smoke and stage lighting add a festive atmosphere.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23Night procession outdoors with a crowd of devotees gathered on a stone-paved ground. Several ornate umbrellas in orange, red and gold with sequined fringes are held aloft. Drummers in white dhotis and traditional attire beat drums, and a man in dark clothing in the centre performs a dynamic dance-like movement. A bright blue glow and sparks light the scene, and strings of green and blue lights decorate the right edge. Dhoti-clad figures carry torches and sticks. Festival procession with drums and umbrellas.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23Night procession with a crowd of many people on a paved street, lit by bright blue and white lights and fireworks sparks overhead. Several large orange and red decorated umbrellas are held aloft. A drum section in white clothes plays drums and horns. In the foreground, a child in dark clothing kneels and swings a large glowing orange lantern or fire-ball on a pole. Men in white dhotis and shirts stand nearby, and a row of string lights decorates the right side. No individual can be confidently identified as a person.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23