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Outdoor procession under a large red and gold ceremonial umbrella. A central man with long dark hair wears a red-brown dhoti-style cloth, a heavy gold necklace with a pendant, and a long red and white flower garland; he smiles while walking. Around him, devotees in white dhotis with gold borders and rudraksha malas carry ceremonial staffs and decorated fans; one man at right holds a silver staff. Colourful hanging banners and a decorated pole frame the scene, with trees behind. a person is present in the procession, visible through long swept hair, ornate gold jewellery and a red garland among the walking devotees.

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