A large crowd of devotees in a hall performs a synchronized mandala-style arm gesture, with hands raised to the top of their heads and elbows out. Many wear saffron, orange and red shawls or headwear, along with white, pink, purple and green clothing. Some participants have blonde hair, others grey or dark hair. A large screen at the top right shows a stage. - Nithyanandapedia

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A large crowd of devotees in a hall performs a synchronized mandala-style arm gesture, with hands raised to the top of their heads and elbows out. Many wear saffron, orange and red shawls or headwear, along with white, pink, purple and green clothing. Some participants have blonde hair, others grey or dark hair. A large screen at the top right shows a stage.

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