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A photograph of a ceremonial stage at a Kalpataru convention. A long-haired figure in orange-saffron robes sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions and garlands, holding a red folder, smiling. In front, a woman in an orange and gold saree bends forward low, touching the stage with her hands in reverence. A woman in white with an orange shawl stands beside the throne, and a young man in a blue kurta and white dhoti stands at right, with other people in white behind. Colourful painted panels and a decorated pillar with elephant motifs frame the stage.

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December 17 20112011-12-17December 22 20102010-12-22December 22 20102010-12-22A seated figure in an orange-saffron robe sits on an ornate gold throne with carved details, decorated with white and orange-red flowers and a red drape behind. A devotee in a pale pink shirt and dark trousers bends forward in a prostration at the foot of the throne. Standing nearby are a man in an orange robe, several men in white kurta-style clothing, and two women in white and light-blue saris. A red carpet covers the floor and a white pleated backdrop with red and orange floral swags frames the stage.2009-02-15December 28 20082008-12-28A photograph of a ceremonial stage in a hall at a KAILASA event. A long-haired man in a red dhoti and red shawl, wearing a gold-beaded garland and a rudraksha-style necklace, stands on a gold-and-red throne (peetha) decorated with marigold and multicoloured flower garlands, smiling and raising one hand. Swamiji (probable) by appearance cues: swept-back long hair, red robes, ceremonial necklace and presence on the throne. In front, a woman in a cream and gold silk sari with flowers in her hair bows deeply, touching her forehead to the throne's edge while holding a folded white cloth. A gold trident stands behind her beside brass oil lamps. To the right, two men stand: one in white clothes with a red shawl, and one in saffron-orange robes, both smiling and holding white gift bags. A blue painted backdrop with rocky shapes and string lights fills the background.2010-12-22December 22 20102010-12-22December 28 20082008-12-28A photograph on a stage decorated with a gold and white floral throne draped in marigold and garlands, under a green-lit canopy. A long-haired figure in orange and saffron robes stands at the throne, bending forward and holding a red folder or book. Beside them, a man in an orange robe bends down holding a red bag, and a man in white kurta and dhoti kneels at the platform edge with palms pressed together in namaskar. A man in a grey kurta stands at the far right edge. A decorative wooden pillar, a sword, a dove emblem and red flower arrangements decorate the backdrop, with black drapes and a golden lamp on the stage. a person: the long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes appears at the throne, as the page indicates a visit by him.2008-12-28December 17 20112011-12-17December 28 20082008-12-28A photograph of a ceremonial stage at a Brahmotsavam celebration. A long-haired man in an orange-saffron kurta and orange dhoti kneels on a red cushion on a low golden step before a gold-and-red throne (peetha) draped with yellow, purple and white garlands and a carved golden lion-armed backrest. A man in a white shirt and white dhoti bows forward with folded hands toward him. Behind them, a younger man in an orange robe stands beside a green-lit backdrop with a white dove cutout. At right, a woman in a white sari with orange border stands near a wooden pillar. At far left, a man in a white kurta with a rudraksha mala holds a red bag. The stage is decorated with greenery and marigold garlands.2008-12-28