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A large crowd of devotees sits on the floor of a tent-covered hall during a satsang or ritual gathering. Many wear white or pastel clothing, rudraksha malas and garlands; some hold small items and notebooks. A golden ornate shrine or throne stands at the far end beneath colourful hanging lamps and tassels, with a screen showing an image beside it. A red-curtained stage holds a sign reading Japapurusha, and a camera operator stands at left. Several people in the front row wear white with rudraksha malas. The mood is orderly and attentive.

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