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Outdoor river ritual beside a forest stream with green jungle banks. A young man in an orange-and-red turban, marigold garland and gold necklaces sits on a low wooden seat at centre, shielded by two large ornate umbrellas in red, gold and cream. Around him are many devotees in white dhotis and kurtas and women in white and orange saris with red shawls, several holding brass plates and bowls of offerings. Men in white dhotis with gold borders and red shawls stand behind the umbrellas, some holding ceremonial staffs. The group sits on wet stone steps by the water.

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Outdoor ritual beside a shallow forest river with clear green water and dense trees. A central figure sits on a silver-framed seat wearing a red-and-gold turban, a large white flower garland and gold-toned ornaments, and a red and gold garment. Two tall ornate umbrellas with red and gold fringes shade the scene. Men in white dhotis with red or orange shawls and rudraksha malas stand behind, while women in white, red and orange saris and shawls sit on the ground around brass plates and bowls of offerings, some holding trays. A group ritual in progress, consistent with a river-side puja.2014-12-17Outdoor photo beside a clear river with green riverbank foliage. A figure seated on a silver-framed throne-like seat wears a red-orange turban, a white-and-red garland and gold necklaces, with a bangle on the wrist. Standing attendants in white dhotis and saffron-red shawls hold long ornate umbrellas over the seat. Around them, many seated women and a few men in white and red-orange clothing hold brass plates and bowls of offerings. Green and white saris and a red-and-gold sari are visible among the seated group.2014-12-17December 17 20142014-12-17Outdoor river ceremony beside a shaded riverbank with forest trees. Several men in white dhotis with orange-red shawls hold ornate umbrellas in red, orange and gold above a central silver-framed platform. A woman in an orange-red sari with a red turban and a long garland sits at the centre of the platform, with a gold necklace and red-brown clothing. Women in white and red saris kneel along the bank holding silver and gold plates of offerings and small brass cups. A man in white bends forward at the right edge, with a gold tray of offerings beside him. Dense crowds of people stand and kneel in the background along the water.2014-12-17December 17 20142014-12-17December 17 20142014-12-17Outdoor river ritual on a shallow stream under a canopy of trees. A man seated on a silver-framed throne wears a red-and-gold turban, a white garland of flowers, and an ornate red-gold garment; his long hair falls past his shoulders and he has rudraksha-style beads. Attendants in white dhotis and red-orange shawls stand around him holding red-and-gold parasols and a trident on a pole. Around him, devotees in white and red-orange shawls, one in a purple sari, sit in the water and along the bank holding brass plates of offerings and small vessels. Onlookers in white stand with hands folded at the riverbank. The seated figure's appearance is consistent with the a person description in the page, so he is a probable candidate, though his face and presentation are not decisive.2014-12-17Outdoors beside a shallow forest stream, a seated figure in a red-and-orange headwrap and orange garments receives a bright floral garland of white and yellow flowers and gold chains, sitting on a silver-framed throne-like seat. Around them, women in white and red-orange clothing sit on the rocks holding gold and brass plates of fruit, flowers and offering bowls, some with hands raised in greeting. Behind, men in white dhotis with red shawls stand under red and orange decorated umbrellas, one holding a brass vessel. Lush green trees line the riverbank.2014-12-17Outdoor riverside ritual by a shaded stream with dense green trees. A seated woman in a rust-red turban with a white jasmine garland and red-orange sari sits on an ornate silver seat under red and gold umbrellas held by men in white dhotis and red shoulder cloths. Around her, many women in white and red-orange shawls sit on the bank with silver thalis and bowls of offerings, some pouring or arranging items. A woman with long white hair and a white top sits at left. The scene looks like a pada puja or outdoor ritual meal.2014-12-17December 17 20142014-12-17December 17 20142014-12-17Outdoor ritual by a forest river: a central figure in a red and gold sari with a orange-red head wrap and a long white flower garland sits on the riverbank beside a silver-framed object. Around her, devotees in white and red shawls sit on the bank holding brass thalis of offerings, fruits and flowers. Attendants in white dhotis and red shawls stand behind holding long orange-red decorated umbrellas over the group, under dense green trees. The scene appears to be a puja performed at the water's edge.2014-12-17