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A crowded river-ghat scene during a ritual procession. Many people wade in brown water in the background, some in white and orange clothes. In the centre, a gold-framed throne-like palanquin draped in red fabric and decorated with white and orange garlands sits on a blue-and-red cloth. A bald man in orange robes and a red-and-orange shawl stands on the steps beside the palanquin with a hand on a red-and-white box, while a man in white clothes and an orange shawl reaches toward it. Devotees in orange and saffron saris and white shirts press close on the stairs, and a cameraman with a camera stands at the left edge.

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Outdoor photo at a riverbank where a large crowd stands waist-deep in water. A decorated palanquin-style platform with a red cushioned seat, gold crown-like finial, and garlands of marigolds and white flowers rests near the water's edge. Several men in saffron-orange robes and orange shawls lift and carry a red-and-white box wrapped in white cloth. Nearby a bald man in orange robes stands beside them, while a man in white clothing and devotees in orange saris and shawls press forward with hands folded in prayer. Colourful balloons decorate the platform.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a river or temple tank where many people wade and bathe in brown water behind a stone step. In the foreground a crowd of devotees in white and orange clothes surrounds a bare-chested man in orange cloth with a white flower garland, holding a small object in his hands near a metal box. Behind him stands a golden throne-like seat with a red cushion, decorated with garlands and colourful balloons. A bald man in orange robes stands at the right, and several people in orange shawls and white kurtas attend the scene.2009-01-02January 02 20092009-01-02January 02 20092009-01-02A large crowd stands in and beside a river, many waist-deep in water, while a gold-and-red throne-like palanquin decorated with marigold garlands and yellow and red balloons sits on a stone staircase. Several saffron-robed attendants and a bald man in saffron cloth gather around it, one holding a small tray of offerings. Men in white kurtas and women in orange saris stand on the steps with hands folded in devotion. The scene resembles a ritual procession to a riverbank, with flower-decked ceremonial seating at the centre.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a riverside ghat where many people wade and bathe in shallow water near a large dark structure and a golden canopy over a red-cushioned throne-like seat draped with marigold garlands and flower decorations. In the foreground a man in an orange-red shawl and white garments carries a red and white case while a bald man in white and a man in an orange shawl guide the crowd. A bare-chested man in orange garments with a flower garland stands at the centre near the throne. Devotees in orange and white clothes press around the steps, and a woman in an orange sari with a red bindi stands at right. The scene resembles a Brahmotsavam ritual by the water, with the seat garlanded for the occasion.2009-01-02Outdoor photo at a water tank with stone steps: a large crowd of devotees, many in orange and saffron clothing and white kurtas, stands closely around a decorated palanquin with a red cushioned seat, a gold canopy, and garlands of marigolds and yellow flowers. A bald man in a saffron garment with a white floral garland stands at its center, receiving attention from attendants; a white cloth is held up nearby. 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