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A large hall with a golden throne-like seat at the back, where a man with long hair, a rudraksha mala and orange-red clothing sits as the central figure. Rows of people in saffron and orange robes and orange turbans sit cross-legged on white floors along both sides, with banana leaf plates and steel cups set before them, indicating a communal feast. In the foreground, a striped colourful runner leads toward the throne, flanked by people in white and cream clothes seated on the floor. Large screens display pink and gold devotional imagery, and a woman in a cream sari stands near the right side. The setting reflects a Krishna Janmashtami annadan offering.

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August 14 20172017-08-14Large indoor hall with pink walls and fluorescent ceiling lights where a seated assembly sits in rows on striped woven mats, facing a raised stage at the far end. Many participants wear saffron/orange robes and sit before plantain-leaf meals with small steel cups; some wear white clothing with orange shawls. In the foreground a bald man in white sits with his back to the camera, and a woman in white with long braided hair sits nearby. A video camera on a tripod is at lower right. At the front, figures in white and orange stand near a decorated dais with a golden canopy, umbrellas, and a deity-like central setup, while two large screens display a figure in orange and white robes. Framed photographs line the walls. The scene suggests a ritual satsang or group sitting, with a person not clearly identifiable from appearance.2017-03-14August 14 20172017-08-14Wide view of a large hall with white ceiling tiles and fans where a ceremony is underway. Rows of people sit on striped multicoloured mats, many in orange and saffron robes, some with bare shoulders and rudraksha malas, with banana-leaf plates and small cups set before them. Seated people in white clothes and orange shawls sit near the front, some with hands folded in prayer. At the far end, a canopy with umbrellas frames a central platform where figures in white and orange gather. Two large screens show a colourful deity image, and a framed photo wall with a display sign hangs on the right. The scene shows a group satsang or puja with shared meals.2017-03-14February 23 20162016-02-23August 14 20172017-08-14November 11 20162016-11-11 +1 copiesWide view of a large hall during a Krishna Janmashtami feast: rows of saffron-robed devotees, many with orange turbans and rudraksha malas, sit cross-legged on both sides of a long striped runner, before leaf plates set with food and small metal cups. Near the far end, a white-clad figure sits before a golden shrine-like structure with a deity murti, with two large screens showing portraits flanking it. Men and women in orange garments fill the rows, with another orange-clad figure standing to the right. Framed photographs hang on the walls, and ceiling lights shine overhead.2017-08-14Photograph of a large hall where many seated devotees in orange and white clothing face a raised stage at the far end. Rows of banana-leaf plates with food and small lamps line the floor in the foreground, and several devotees hold their hands in anjali. Two large screens show a deity image, and a golden throne-like seat sits in front of the stage. A panel of framed event photographs hangs on the right wall. Several people in white kurtas and orange shawls sit near the front. A figure in the centre of the stage area in white and orange appears to be a priest. The scene resembles a satsang or puja gathering with prasadam served.2017-03-14Wide photograph of an indoor hall where two long rows of saffron-robed devotees sit cross-legged on the floor facing a central ritual area. Many sit before green banana leaves holding small cups and offerings. Some monks are bare-chested with white tripundra markings on their foreheads and arms, and wear rudraksha malas. A multicoloured striped mat lies in the open floor space. At the far end, an ornate golden throne-like altar stands with umbrellas, a golden peacock figure, gilded deity statues and lion figures. Two large screens show a portrait of a man in red. A figure in a purple garment stands near the altar and a man kneels in the foreground. Red curtains line the back wall.2016-11-11 +1 copiesAugust 14 20172017-08-14Annadhan in 20132013-01-01 +1 copies