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A photograph of a devotional reception on a red-carpeted stage with a red and white draped backdrop decorated with orange and red flowers. A seated figure in an orange-red robe sits on a gold-and-red throne-like seat, while a line of devotees in white kurtas, saffron-robed attendants and women in sarees approach to offer respects. A man in a white shirt bends forward near the seat. In the foreground a woman in white sits beside a green cloth with brass plates. Rows of standing people in white, yellow, pink and blue clothing line the stage, and a standing fan sits to the right.

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A photo of a padapuja-style ritual on a red-carpeted stage with a red and gold draped backdrop decorated with orange and red flowers. A figure in orange robes sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat (peetha) with a red cushion. A man in a white shirt and grey trousers kneels on a blue plastic chair, bowing and touching the seated figure's feet. Around them stand devotees: men in white shirts and white dhotis, a shaved-headed man in an orange robe, women in saris including a blue-and-white sari, a red-and-white patterned sari and a red sari, and a small child in a white shirt and shorts. A table of flowers is visible at the lower right.2009-02-15A stage event with a red draped backdrop decorated with red and orange flowers and a golden ornate throne. A figure in orange saffron robes with long dark hair sits on the throne holding a ceremonial staff, flanked by attendants. A man in orange robes sits on a blue plastic chair before the throne while a man in white shirt and white dhoti stands nearby. Women in white saris and a girl in white with a beaded mala stand on the red carpet. Several people in white and orange clothing attend the scene.2009-02-15February 15 20092009-02-15July 11 20092009-07-11February 15 20092009-02-15July 11 20092009-07-11A photograph of a stage at a Kalpataru darshan event. A man with long dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron robe, sits on a large orange-red throne-like chair, receiving devotees. A man in white shirt and white dhoti kneels at his feet, touching the footstool area in a padapuja gesture, while a woman in a white sari with gold border assists alongside. Around them, devotees in white, orange, red and grey clothes stand in a line waiting. Behind the throne are white draped curtains with yellow and red floral arrangements on gold-capped pillars. A small wooden footstool sits on the platform, with a brass or silver puja tray at the side. Credit text is at the bottom right.2010-02-14Photograph of a devotional darshan on a raised stage decorated with green palm fronds, leaves and red flowers. A figure in a red robe sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne with a red cushion. A man in white kurta and dhoti bends forward toward the seated figure, while women in white sarees with gold borders, a green saree and a blue saree stand nearby. Another figure in an orange robe stands to the left beside people in white. Several devotees in white and pastel clothing line the stage and a small table with flowers sits at the base of the throne.2009-06-14Indoor stage event with a green carpeted platform and pink and gold draped backdrop with floral arrangement overhead. A seated figure in a red robe sits on an ornate gold throne-like chair. A man in a saffron-orange robe with rudraksha-style beads and a long swept-back hairstyle stands at right, appearing to be a person (appearance-based, uncertain) and attending the throne. Around them stand devotees in white and cream sarees and dhotis, a man in a lavender checked shirt, a man in a red shirt, and men in white shirts. Two people in white with yellow shawls sit on the stage at lower left and right.2009-07-11January 18 20092009-01-18A photograph of a devotional event on a stage with green carpet and pink-and-silver curtains. A central figure in a red-orange robe sits on an ornate gold throne decorated with red and white flower garlands. Around the throne, devotees in white and cream clothing stand with hands folded or bowed, including a woman in a lavender-and-white sari and a man in an all-white dhoti. A seated sadhu in orange robes sits at the right edge, and a girl in pink sits at the lower left. Gold decorative panels line the back wall.2009-07-11December 17 20062006-12-17