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A large outdoor procession moves down a tree-lined street past a white boundary wall crowded with spectators. At the centre, a golden ornate ratha chariot carrying a deity murti under a canopy of marigold garlands leads the way, pulled by a tractor. Around it walk many devotees in white dhotis and saffron or orange robes, several holding long red and orange flags on poles, with green ornamental parasols. Uniformed police and volunteers in yellow vests line the barricades. A large portrait banner hangs on the wall, and a painted sign is visible on the right.

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