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A dim tented hall with a red carpet runway running toward a central figure. In the foreground a bearded man in an orange-red robe and orange turban stands with folded arms, facing the viewer. Along both sides, men in white dhotis and white shawls with orange borders, and others in maroon and brown garments, stand in two lines holding long ceremonial staffs with ornate gold tops. Garlands and rudraksha malas are visible on several people. In the centre, a figure in a dark robe with a long beard and ornate necklaces stands on the runway, with a large ornate umbrella and hanging decorations behind. Green foliage and gold-painted decorations frame the top of the tent.

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December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial procession on a red-carpeted stage under a open-sided pavilion. In the centre a bearded man in a dark maroon-brown robe and matching maroon turban walks forward, wearing a large white flower garland and a dark sash with a golden ornamental necklace. Behind him a man in an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl follows, and a white-clad attendant in a yellow-bordered cloth carries a tray of flowers at right. Devotees on the left stand with palms pressed together in anjali, some in white and cream clothes. A cameraman with a video camera stands among them. A white-and-red striped umbrella and a banana-leaf plant frame the scene, with paper lanterns hanging overhead and trees beyond a mesh fence.2016-12-03December 03 20162016-12-03A photograph of a procession on a red-carpeted open pavilion with a red fabric ceiling and a ceremonial umbrella overhead. At centre, a bearded man in a dark maroon-brown robe and a dark red turban wears a long white-and-gold flower garland and heavy gold necklaces, walking forward barefoot. Beside him, a man in an orange-saffron dhoti and a man in white dhoti with gold borders carry ritual items; a bare-chested attendant in white dhoti holds a brass tray of yellow marigolds, and another attendant holds a staff. Onlookers stand along the left in white and dark clothes, some holding phones, and a camera operator films. a person appearance cues are not sufficient to establish identity; the figures are described by role only.2016-12-03December 23 20162016-12-23A procession under a white tent with a red carpet. At the centre, a bearded man in a rust-brown ochre robe wears a crown-like turban, a thick white and yellow flower garland, gold ornaments and a rudraksha mala, with hands folded and a smile; a gold-tipped staff and a decorated umbrella stand above him. Men in white dhotis with gold borders and saffron-clad sannyasis walk around him, and on the right, a shaved-headed attendant in ochre cloth and beads watches. In the background, priests in white sit before brass lamps, flower-filled baskets and a decorated altar. Full ritual procession.2016-12-23A procession under a striped tent hung with colourful tassels and small lamps, with red carpet on the ground. A central bearded man in a maroon-brown dhoti and shawl wears a large gold pendant, a garland of white and pink flowers, and a maroon turban; he walks forward with hands near his body. A bearer behind him holds a white parasol with ornate silver-like detailing. Flanking him, men in saffron-orange cloths walk, some bare-chested with rudraksha malas and sacred markings. A man in white dhoti carries a tray of fruits and offerings, and devotees in white and orange stand along the sides with folded hands. Several people are visible in the crowd beyond. Outdoor festival setting with palm trees behind the tent.2016-12-03A photograph of a procession inside a temple pavilion with a red carpet, flower petals on the floor, and garlands draped on pillars. At the centre, a bearded man in a deep maroon dhoti and a matching maroon turban walks barefoot, wearing layered gold-toned garlands, a large gold pendant and gold armbands. Behind him, a man in white dhoti with gold borders carries a tall silver staff and a rudraksha mala, and saffron-robed attendants follow. To the right, a cameraman in white dhoti films with a large video camera beside a green LIVE sign, and a bare-chested man in white dhoti holds a silver staff. Four to five people are clearly visible. Garlands of yellow and white flowers and banana leaves decorate the scene.2016-12-23Night procession on a red-carpeted path lined with a runner strip, lit by stage lights and strung with yellow marigold garlands and hanging decorations. A bearded man at centre wears a black head covering, a leopard-print cloth over an orange-brown dhoti, and multiple rudraksha malas; he holds a staff topped with a small ornament. Beside him a woman in a blue-green sari walks, and a man in orange holds a bundle of fruit and flowers. A man at left in orange carries a ceremonial staff, a woman in orange wears a dark crown-like head covering, and a row of white-clad devotees with folded hands stands at right. A canopy with tassels rises above.2018-02-13December 23 20162016-12-23May 05 20162016-05-05