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A photograph of a large seated gathering on a stage at a satsang, with a central figure seated on an ornate golden throne draped in colourful flower garlands. The seated figure wears an orange and red robe. Many devotees sit on the floor facing the stage, mostly women in white and cream saris and dhotis, with some in pink and red. Several people in the foreground wear saffron and white sannyasi-style cloths and rudraksha beads. Water bottles and small brass plates with offerings sit on the floor, and a red curtain hangs at the right side of the stage.

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A photograph of a large devotional gathering on a stage, with many seated participants on a blue floor facing a decorated altar. A seated figure in saffron and orange robes sits on an ornate throne at the left, framed by a richly decorated backdrop of colourful garlands in red, yellow and green. Many women in white saris and white clothing sit in rows, some wearing rudraksha malas. Men in white dhotis and orange shawls sit in the foreground, and a bald man with a red-and-white shawl sits near the front. Brass pots and flower offerings are placed in front of the altar. The scene suggests satsang or a puja gathering. Approximately 60 to 80 people are visible.2018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09A photograph of a large indoor satsang hall under stage lights, with a crowd seated on the floor facing a decorated stage. On the right, an elaborate arch of white, red and yellow flower garlands frames a seated deity murti dressed in ornate attire. Many devotees wear white and cream clothing, with women in pink and red saris and some in white dhotis and shawls, many with hands folded in anjali. Near the front, a person in a dark-red shirt and cream clothing sits beside a small brass tray of offerings. Red chairs are scattered among the seated audience, and a backdrop of glowing orange lights fills the right side.2018-01-09A photograph of a stage event with a large crowd seated on the floor facing a decorated arch. The arch is wrapped in red, white and yellow striped flower garlands and topped with a yellow floral canopy. Beneath it sits a deity murti seated on a throne-like dais, flanked by flower arrangements and brass lamps. Many devotees, mostly women in white and cream sarees and some in red and pink, sit in rows, several with hands folded in prayer; some men in white dhotis and shawls sit near the front. A small table with a silver plate and offerings stands at left. Stage lights and a large glowing backdrop frame the scene. The people are seated in an assembly with no visible central figure clearly identifiable as a person.2018-01-09Photograph of a dense ceremonial gathering in a red-draped hall, with a seated figure on an ornate raised throne at the right, dressed in red and gold and holding a long staff, flanked by garlands, flower arrangements, a canopy and string lights. Many devotees sit on the floor facing the stage, mostly women in white and cream saris with gold borders and beaded necklaces, along with men in white dhotis and shawls. Oil lamps and a small offering tray with flowers sit in the foreground. The page describes a Mahasadashivoham satsang session, but the figure's appearance does not clearly match the page's claim, so identity is uncertain; roles are given instead. Around 100 people are visible.2018-01-03January 03 20182018-01-03Night outdoor ritual before a large crowd seated on mats. Behind a red-draped platform, a seated figure in a red chair is at the centre of the stage, with a garlanded deity murti and a tall gold-framed canopy behind him. Shirtless priests in white dhotis attend the platform and handle kalasha-like vessels set with yellow flowers. Devotees in white, pastel and saree-style clothing fill the foreground, many women with hair up. A cameraman with a tripod stands at left. Banana plants and marigold garlands decorate the stage, consistent with an abhishekam-style puja. The seated figure shows no distinctive visible cues such as saffron robes, a crown or rudraksha malas, so his identity is uncertain.2016-12-02A large indoor hall viewed from behind a dense crowd of seated devotees, mostly women, wearing saffron, orange, white and pink saris and shawls. On a raised stage ahead, a deity murti is decorated with garlands, flanked by ornate golden and red ceremonial pillars, lamps and offerings, while several saffron-robed attendants stand around the platform. Cameras on tripods and large video screens frame the event.2016-05-24