Skip to content
Nithyanandapedia
A festive stage decorated with yellow flower garlands, red and white arches and a golden throne-like seat under a canopy. A man with long dark hair, wearing a white and cream embroidered kurta with a flower garland, stands at center raising one hand and holding a small card, with a golden crown-like ornament above him. To the left, several young women in orange, red and teal salwar kameez watch. On the right, men in yellow, orange and white kurtas raise blue and multicolored balloons. Flower arrangements and a table with a printed photo sit in front of the stage.

More like this

Open the gallery
A photograph of a festive stage decorated with yellow flower garlands and red-and-white floral borders under a white tent canopy. At the centre, a seated figure with long dark hair wears an ornate gold-and-white garment and holds an open book, with a gold crown-like canopy above. A flower-decked altar table in front holds offerings and a framed photo. To the right, several people in yellow, orange and teal clothing dance and raise their arms, some holding colourful balloons. On the left, a line of women and girls in saris, salwar and orange shawls stand watching. The seated figure appears to be a printed or statue-like image rather than a clearly identifiable living person, so identification is uncertain.2009-01-01A festive photograph inside a decorated tent with a flower-covered backdrop in yellow, red and white. A robed figure in white and gold with a garland stands behind a table strewn with marigold petals, holding an open book and a small framed picture. To the left, a group of women in red, orange and maroon saris and salwar kameez stand looking toward him. On the right, blurred people in orange and white clothing hold colourful helium balloons. Marigold petals and flower arrangements cover the floor and table.2009-01-01A photograph of a festive stage decorated with yellow marigold flowers, red and white scalloped trim and a gilded throne-like seat draped in red and marigold garlands. A man in a cream and gold embroidered kurta with long garlands stands at a flower-covered table, raising one arm and holding a booklet while smiling. Women in orange and saffron saris and salwar kameez cheer and raise their hands on the left and right, and a figure in orange brocade stands at the right edge. Petals and offerings sit on trays on the table, with a small decorated basket nearby. a person: the standing man in cream and gold with long garlands, appearing as a devotee-facing ceremonial host, is not clearly identifiable from appearance alone, so he is treated as unsure.2009-01-01A decorated stage framed by yellow and red floral arches with a golden canopy overhead. A man in a cream and gold embroidered robe, wearing a long white and purple flower garland, stands before a gilded throne, raising a sheet of paper in one hand and holding another in the other. Swamiji (probable) is a long-haired figure in cream and gold ceremonial dress with a flower garland, seated or standing before the throne. Women in orange, green and yellow saris stand to the left, some holding papers and smiling, while a man in orange clothing stands at the right edge. A table in front holds a floral-covered tray, a small golden-yellow figurine and a framed photo of a smiling figure in a turban. Marigolds and yellow blossoms cover the table and stage.2009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01A festive darshan scene under a white tent, its ceiling draped in fabric, with the back wall covered in yellow marigold garlands and red, white and green floral borders. A figure in a cream embroidered kurta with a flower garland stands at the centre before a gold-accented throne with an ornate golden canopy topped by a kalasha-like finial strung with marigolds. He holds an open book and is adorned with flower garlands. A small framed photograph of a saffron-turbaned figure sits on a table draped with marigolds, beside a teddy bear and a silver offering tray. Around him, several people in white and cream kurtas and red and teal salwar kameez dance and clap with raised arms; one man in a teal kurta wears an orange shawl. Loose marigold petals carpet the floor.2009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01A festive photograph of a decorated stage at an indoor event, walled and roofed with yellow marigold garlands and colourful painted borders. A central standing figure with long dark hair, wearing a cream and gold garment with white flower garlands and a bead necklace, holds papers and reaches toward a table covered with yellow flowers and a gold-rimmed tray. Behind him a large gilded throne-like seat with a floral canopy stands in front of a deity murti or framed image. To the left, several young women in orange, pink and green sarees and shawls smile and raise their hands; at right, a person in a yellow-orange outfit with an orange sash stands beside a red decorated object. Yellow flower petals cover the floor.2009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01A photograph of a festive stage decorated with yellow marigold garlands, silver and red trim, and a large golden throne-like seat with a golden canopy. A man with long dark hair and a light cream-coloured robe with floral garlands stands centre-stage holding a small framed picture and papers, his head slightly bowed. To the left, several women in saffron, blue and cream clothing stand smiling and clapping, and a young man in orange robes smiles at the right edge. A balloon-like object floats near the top of the canopy. The setting appears to be a celebratory ceremony with garland decorations.2009-01-01