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Night outdoor ceremony at a stepped amphitheatre-style venue lit by floodlights. At the centre, a large golden throne-like structure with carved lion figures and a decorated canopy of white, orange and red striped elements sits in front of a tall floral-garlanded backdrop. A man in a saffron-orange robe and a seated figure in ornate golden adornments occupy the golden seat, with a rudraksha-style garland visible. Several people in front sit in white dhotis and white garments, some bare-chested, holding brass plates and offerings, and a few women in saffron, yellow and white saris join them. Brass oil lamps and thali trays are placed on low tables. On the left a monitor shows a live feed. Audience members fill the tiered seating, many in white, behind the stage.

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February 24 20172017-02-24 +1 copiesFebruary 24 20172017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24Evening outdoor ceremony in a large open stadium-like arena with tiered seating filled with spectators in white. A tall, ornately decorated ceremonial structure with a golden canopy, colourful floral and fan-shaped embellishments stands at the centre, with a seated figure on a golden throne-like seat beneath it, wearing a rudraksha mala. In front, shirtless and white-clad priests and devotees sit in rows, several holding brass plates with oil lamps and offerings. A woman in white with a golden shawl and a woman in a pink sari sit among them. Oil lamps glow on the plates and tables, and a small golden lamp stand stands at the right edge. A screen and camera equipment appear at the left.2017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24 +1 copiesDusk outdoor ceremony at a stepped stone tank with a large flower-decorated golden throne at its centre, its backdrop heaped with white, orange and yellow garlands. A seated figure with long dark hair and a rudraksha mala sits on the throne, its base ornamented with gold; a ceremonial gold canopy surmounts it. Around the tank, men in white dhotis and bare upper bodies sit in rows before brass plates with oil lamps and flowers, while women in white and saffron saris and a woman in a magenta blouse also sit with offering plates. Spectators fill tiered seating along the right and far background. Floodlights and the evening sky frame the scene.2017-02-24Night outdoor ritual at a large festival venue lit by floodlights. A bearded man with long dark hair and a garland of beads sits on an ornate gold throne-palanquin with a golden canopy, set before a huge floral arch of white, orange and maroon flower decoration. Around him devotees sit in rows: several bare-chested young men in white dhotis, women in white and gold-bordered saris and a woman in a cream sari and red shawl, many holding brass trays of fruit and flowers. Some sit on wooden benches while others kneel on the ground. A large screen at left shows a video call grid of participants, and oil lamps and brass vessels sit on the floor. The seated figure appears to be the central honoured figure, identified only by appearance cues and role.2017-02-24February 24 20172017-02-24Night outdoor event on a terraced ground with a large crowd seated in rows, many in white dhotis and saffron or orange garments. On the right, a large golden throne with carved ornate detailing and a leopard-skin cushion sits beneath a huge floral arch of white, orange and green flower garlands. A man in orange-saffron clothing with long hair, rudraksha malas and a microphone sits on the throne, holding a ceremonial staff. Women in white and gold saris and orange garments, some wearing red and gold garlands, stand and hold their hands together near him. In the centre, a screen shows a crowd, and a man in orange clothing and a bare-chested man in white dhoti are seated near a table with lit oil lamps. Floodlights illuminate the scene.2017-02-24