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A photograph of an indoor hall where a figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on a white-draped seat with red cushions, long dark hair falling down the back. A woman in a white sari with gold bangles stands before him with her hands together, while a man in a white shirt bends low at his feet. Nearby, devotees in orange, white and yellow clothing stand and sit among white chairs, and a woman in a white sari with a striped border stands in the background. A brass plate and a rudraksha mala rest on the seat beside the figure. The seated figure is an appearance-based a person, identified by the orange turban, long hair, saffron robes and rudraksha mala, though the face is not visible.

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Indoor event in a hall with a white and orange draped backdrop and string lights along the top left. A figure in orange robes and an orange turban, wearing a long garland of flowers, sits cross-legged on a bed-like platform draped in white sheets. Around him, a crowd of men in white shirts and white trousers stand and sit, many wearing pendant necklaces, and some people in orange clothing sit on the floor in front. A man in a white shirt and necklace stands near the platform, and a red cloth lies on the floor in the foreground. The orange-clad figure has a person appearance, marked by the orange turban, orange robes and flower garland.2007-01-12A photo of an indoor gathering where a man in an orange turban, orange robes and a multicoloured flower garland sits on a white-draped bed or dais, smiling and gesturing with one hand. Around him, devotees in white and orange clothing stand and kneel; a woman in the foreground in an orange sari with a rudraksha-style mala bows with her hands folded, and another woman in white kneels nearby. A man in white stands at centre with his hand on his chest, and a white-shirted crowd fills the room with a speaker and a red-and-white wall backdrop.2007-01-12January 12 20072007-01-12A photograph of an indoor event where a smiling person in an orange turban, orange garment and long gold-beaded necklace is seated and holding the hands of a man in white clothes and a red rudraksha mala who bows low with his forehead near their hands. Behind them stand a woman in white with glasses and gold necklaces, a young man in orange, a man in a dark suit and tie, and several people in white and orange clothing. The person in the orange turban has long swept-back hair and ornate gold adornments, matching appearance cues for a person seated in a receiving role. Red and white cushions and a wall with ornate panels are visible.2009-09-15A photograph of a devotional gathering in an indoor hall with white cloth draped over a raised platform. A man in orange robes and an orange turban, with a multicoloured flower garland and a rudraksha-style neck mala, sits on the white-covered dais with his feet resting on a small step. Devotees in white dhotis and shirts stand behind and beside him, and an older man with folded hands and a white beard, along with a bowing man in white, kneels at the front. A woman with a long braid stands at left, and a small speaker and a microphone are visible.2007-01-12Indoor satsang hall with green walls and red carpet during an evening event. A figure with a long dark hair, wearing an orange turban, red top and orange shawl, sits in a white-covered chair and extends a hand to bless a kneeling devotee in white. Nearby, men in white dhotis and orange shawls stand, sit and fold hands in anjali. A bald man in orange robes sits further right on another white-covered chair. A stage speaker and potted plant stand at the side, and a crowd of men in white mingles in the background. The figure's distinctive long hair, orange turban and orange-and-red clothing match the Swamiji (probable) presentation cues, and the person is physically present.2008-10-15Photo of a darshan moment in a crowded hall with rows of white chairs. A figure in an orange saffron turban, orange sleeveless robe and red rudraksha mala sits on a white cushioned seat and places both hands on the head of a man in white shirt and dhoti who bows forward. Behind them, a man in a white kurta with a rudraksha mala, a woman in a white sari with gold bangles watching, and a bald man in white with an orange shawl stand nearby. Other guests in white and pastel clothes fill the background.2009-09-15A large indoor satsang gathering in Karaikudi, with many seated and standing men in white shirts and dhotis and orange shawls. In the foreground, a figure in a flowing orange robe and a vivid red sleeveless top sits on a white-draped platform, leaning forward to talk with a seated man in a white shirt who holds a small card. The seated figure wears an orange turban and long dark hair swept back, with rudraksha-style beads; the appearance is a probable Swamiji (probable) candidate, though the face is not visible for confirmation. Other devotees in white and orange crowd the space, with white-covered tables and plastic chairs at the back. Visible workers in white shirts with lanyards stand near the tables, and a man in a saffron shawl sits at the far right.2008-10-15A large crowd fills an indoor hall, mostly men in white shirts and dhotis, with some wearing orange shawls. In the right foreground a figure in a bright orange turban and red sleeveless top sits on a raised platform with long dark hair, laying a hand on the head of a kneeling woman in white. Another man in orange robes stands at the upper right holding a microphone. Many attendees wear orange or white shawls and lanyards, and a woman in a pink sari stands at left. The scene suggests a satsang or blessing session with devotees gathered closely.2008-10-15September 15 20092009-09-15A bearded man in a saffron-orange turban and sleeveless saffron-orange robe sits on the right, smiling, with his hand resting on the head of a man in white who bows forward. Behind them, several men in white kurtas and dhotis stand, including one in an orange shawl and rudraksha mala, and one in a white shirt with a mala. A woman in a lavender top and pale yellow shawl stands at left with a long braid, and an older woman with white hair is partially visible at lower left. A red tray with flowers and offerings sits beside the seated figure, under night lighting with a crowd seated in the background. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure in saffron, given his turban, saffron robe and rudraksha-adorned presentation while blessing a devotee in a satsang-type darshan setting.2010-02-17A photograph of a padapuja-style darshan in a hall with white walls, a wall hanging and a standing fan. A long-haired figure in an orange sleeveless top and orange wrap sits on an orange-cushioned seat, with gold jewellery and a gold necklace, smiling as devotees bow before them. In the foreground, a devotee kneels with bowed head before the seated figure. Nearby, a bald man in white with an orange shawl and rudraksha mala kneels in front of the seat. Behind them, many people in white clothes, some with yellow or orange shawls, stand and sit on orange mats. A man in a beige shirt wears an orange rosette badge. Overall, the setting resembles a Nithyananda Dhyanapeetham satsang-style darshan. The seated figure appears to be Swamiji (probable), based on the long swept-back hair, orange ceremonial clothing, gold ornaments and rudraksha-style cues.2010-07-24