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A festive outdoor stage under a white tent for a birthday celebration, with a large ornate red and gold throne at centre framed by a white and multicoloured arch of rosettes and a number 2 display. Orange-robed sannyasis sit on the stage and on the left, some holding a trident-topped staff, while a person in white and another in an orange shawl stand near the front. Marigold garlands edge the stage, flower arrangements and balloons decorate the set, and a golden parasol hangs over the throne. A camera operator in orange and white stands in the foreground. Several people are visible, most in saffron or orange garments.

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January 01 20092009-01-01A photograph of an outdoor festival stage under a white canopy at a celebration event. A central figure sits on an ornate golden throne with a red cushion and a gold parasol above, dressed in red and white with a garland, raising a hand in blessing. Around the throne, a dozen or more seated attendants wear saffron and orange robes, some holding long brass-tipped staffs and trident-topped poles. Marigold garlands edge the stage, brass urns and flower arrangements sit at the sides, and balloons hang near the canopy. A man in orange stands at the right holding a camera. Behind them are a decorated arch of white and coloured rosettes, a pink draped backdrop and speakers. Visible people number roughly twenty.2009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01A festive outdoor stage under a white tent, decorated with marigold and yellow garlands, flower arrangements in brass pots, and balloons and a large floral backdrop. Standing devotees in saffron and orange robes with rudraksha malas hold tall golden trident-topped staffs. Seated in the centre on an ornate golden throne with a golden parasol above is a figure in white and gold clothing with long dark hair, attended by a woman in a red-and-orange sari who sits at the foot of the stage. Several seated people in saffron and maroon robes sit at the lower left beside a blue cloth-covered platform. The throne appears in a ceremonial setting resembling a birthday celebration.2009-01-01A large outdoor stage under a white tent canopy hosts a ceremonial puja. At the centre, a figure in red and white ceremonial dress sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) framed by a large white-and-gold arch decorated with floral rosettes. Several priests in saffron-orange robes stand around the stage, some raising arms or holding ritual implements, while others sit on red carpets. Long brass trishul-tipped staffs stand upright along the stage, and marigold garlands and potted flowers line the platform. Pink draped curtains and a navy backdrop frame the set, and seated attendees in white clothing watch from the front in the foreground.2009-01-01January 01 20092009-01-01A large outdoor stage under a white tent at a festival event, draped in pink and white fabric and decorated with orange and yellow marigold garlands along the steps. A seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a gold parasol and a backdrop of colourful multi-coloured circular motifs and balloons addresses the gathering; the figure wears a white robe with a red-and-gold cloth, a long dark hair, and beaded necklaces, consistent with the Swamiji (probable) appearance cues. Below on the steps, several people in saffron and orange robes sit and stand, some holding golden staffs and ceremonial tridents, while a seated devotee in a red robe holds a golden staff near the stage. Audience members in orange, white and colourful clothing sit on the grass in the foreground, and a small amplifier and stage lights hang nearby.2009-01-01A stage at an outdoor pandal with white canopy and marigold garlands. A central figure in white clothes sits on an ornate golden throne with a red and gold cushioned seat, beneath a large colourful arch decorated with rings and yellow flowers. Trident-shaped staffs stand on both sides of the stage. Several men in saffron and orange robes sit on the stage, some with hands folded in prayer and others holding staffs. In the foreground, devotees in orange and red garments sit with their backs to the camera, and a brass vessel rests at the lower right. Balloons hang near the right side of the canopy and flower arrangements decorate the stage edges.2009-01-01Outdoor festival stage under a white tent during a celebration with marigold garlands and yellow-orange flower strings draped along red-carpeted steps. A seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a decorated arch and gold parasol sits at the top, with a visible bright shape and dressed in red and gold. Below, several people in saffron and orange robes sit on the carpeted platform, some with orange shawls and rudraksha malas, while others in white sit at the front. Brass trident-like finials, a brass lamp stand and offering trays with flowers are arranged along the steps. Crowd of devotees in white and orange sits on blue mats in the foreground.2009-01-01Outdoor pavilion stage under white canopy with marigold garlands and yellow-and-orange drapes. Central backdrop with a large ornate ceremonial structure featuring a golden deity murti or ornament, a red and gold seated figure, and a decorative scroll arch. Several saffron-robed priests and attendants sit on the stage in front of an altar with flowers, brass lamps and kalasha-style vessels. A man in a saffron garment stands at right holding a brass lamp, and a seated devotee in white kneels at the lower right edge with a shawl. Ritual arrangement suggests puja or aarti. Visible people: about ten to twelve.2009-01-01Outdoor stage under a white tent during a celebration at an ashram. Central figure seated on an ornate golden throne-like seat with a gold canopy and a halo-like backdrop of white and yellow floral arch decoration, wearing red and gold garments. Several men in saffron-orange robes stand on the foreground stage raising arms and holding ceremonial implements, while other saffron-clad attendants sit on white-draped platforms flanking the throne. Trident-shaped standards and marigold garlands decorate the stage, and flower arrangements and brass vessels sit on the white-covered table. Seated and standing devotees in white clothes occupy the lower foreground. The scene appears to be a puja or ceremonial offering.2009-01-01A large outdoor tented stage at a festival event, with a raised red-carpeted platform decorated with marigold garlands in orange and yellow. On the upper right, a seated figure in white and gold clothing sits on an ornate golden throne with a tall decorative backdrop, a golden parasol and colourful balloons above. Several people in orange robes sit on the platform and steps, some holding ritual items. Below, a long table with brass lamps and ritual vessels lines the left, with a crowd of seated devotees in white, orange and blue clothing filling the foreground. Trishul staffs stand on the stage. a person identification is uncertain because the seated figure is distant and the appearance cues are limited.2009-01-01