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Annadhan in 20112011-01-01A long hall with rows of seated devotees facing a central aisle, each seated before a green banana leaf laid with food and a small white candle. Men on the left wear white dhotis and some are bare-chested with rudraksha malas, while women on the right wear white saris with orange-red borders and folded hands. At the far end, a gold ornate throne and a seated figure in orange robes sit before a framed portrait of a saint in orange. Several standing attendants in white are visible near the stage. Overhead hang ceiling fans and decorative colourful hangings. The scene suggests an offering or annadan-style meal in prayer posture. a person appearance is uncertain.2010-11-12A large hall set for a communal meal. Rows of people sit cross-legged on the floor with palms pressed together in namaste, facing a central aisle. Men in white dhotis and women in white saris with orange borders sit before banana leaves laid with food and small cups. At the far end, a golden throne with a red cushion stands beside a framed portrait and a seated figure in orange robes, with another white-clad attendant nearby. Red curtains, hanging ceiling fans and tall decorative banners frame the room.2010-11-12A photograph of a seated group of devotees in a large hall taking a meal served on banana leaves set out in long rows along the floor. Many people sit with palms pressed together in namaskar. The front rows include shaved-headed men in white clothes, while the women wear white saris with yellow shawls and some wear orange. At the far end, on a raised stage, an orange-clad woman sits before a small table and a microphone. Behind her is an orange throne and a framed portrait of a saffron-robed figure with long hair. Small paper cups, bowls of food and a brass bell sit on the floor. The scene suggests a communal meal or annadan.2010-10-12October 12 20102010-10-12 +2 copiesJuly 19 20092009-07-19Photograph of a large hall with a white tented ceiling and hanging colourful cloth panels in yellow, red and blue. Rows of people sit cross-legged on the tiled floor before banana-leaf plates and paper cups, as if for a communal meal. In the foreground a woman in an orange sari with a red blouse and a man in an orange robe sit with palms pressed together in prayer. Behind them, men in white dhotis and shirts sit in prayer. Ceiling fans, a wall clock and a row of speakers are visible. The scene reflects an annadhan (food offering) gathering. Roughly 40 people are visible.2010-01-01 +1 copiesMarch 05 20112011-03-05 +3 copiesOctober 12 20102010-10-12 +2 copiesA long hall with rows of seated devotees taking a meal from banana leaves placed on the floor down two parallel lines. On the left, men in white dhotis and upper cloths sit with bare shoulders, one with a yellow-beaded necklace and a man with white tilak markings on his forehead. On the right, women in white saris with yellow borders sit in a row, one wearing a pink sari with yellow trim. Small cups and a central tray with a brass lamp sit between the rows. Standing attendants in white move along the room, and a figure in an orange-draped seat with a framed portrait stands at the front stage beneath hanging banners and ceiling fans.2010-10-12October 12 20102010-10-12 +1 copiesOctober 12 20102010-10-12 +1 copies