In an open area near Mandisar, Afghanistan, a group of approximately ten individuals is seated on dry, light brown soil under a clear, unobstructed blue sky

In an open area near Mandisar, Afghanistan, a group of approximately ten individuals is seated on dry, light brown soil under a clear, unobstructed blue sky. The ground exhibits sparse vegetation or dried plant matter. In the distant background, to the right, a tall, slender industrial structure, possibly a chimney, is visible, emitting a plume of dark smoke. The foreground features strong shadows cast by individuals and an unseen object to the lower left. The group consists of adult males, adult females, and children, arranged in a loose semi-circle. An adult male in the foreground left wears a light gray tunic and a blue turban, seated with his legs crossed. Adjacent to him, a young boy in a dark shirt is seated, looking towards him. In the mid-ground right, an older adult male with a white beard, dressed in a white tunic, dark vest, and white turban, is seated, holding an object to his mouth, suggesting consumption. Another adult male, wearing light blue attire and a darker turban, sits behind him, facing inwards. On the right side of the formation, a young girl in a dark green patterned dress with orange and yellow motifs, and a dark gray headscarf over a lighter grey under-scarf, is seated, looking directly towards the observer. Behind her, another female or older girl, wearing a dark blue headscarf and dark clothing, is seated, facing left into the group. A young girl in a bright green long-sleeved top and multi-colored leggings is seated closer to the foreground, facing into the group. Another female, with a black head covering adorned with small white patterns, is seated with her back largely to the observer. In the background, further from the main cluster, a young male stands alone, facing downwards, dressed in a dark jacket and cap. The individuals are generally oriented towards the center of the gathering, suggesting a communal activity or discussion.