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Marking World No To***co Day 2026, Ambassador O.P. Meena administered the “No To***co Pledge” to all Embassy officials, underscoring the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles and raising awareness about the harmful effects of to***co use.

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Burkina: A yoga session organized by the Indian Embassy as a prelude to the "IDY" - Site d'informations générales As a prelude to the International Day of Yoga (IDY), the Indian Embassy in Ouagadougou in collaboration with the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Association of

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On 29 May 2026, the Embassy of India, Ouagadougou in collaboration with Himalayan Yoga Meditation Association of Burkina Faso, organized a Yoga Session as a run up to at the Embassy Residence. It was attended by more than 70 yoga enthusiasts and Burkinabe sports teachers including Indian diaspora members. The main event of would be held on 21 June 2026 on the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, reflecting the growing importance of in promoting holistic well-being in advancing age.

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On May 26, 2026, Ambassador O.P. Meena received Dr. Liliou Jonathan, Director General, Promopharma, Burkina Faso and Shri Sunil Mattoo, General Manager, Ajanta Pharma, West Africa in his office who briefed about their ongoing health initiatives and skill development programme for Burkinabe doctors and specialists.

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The Embassy of India, Ouagadougou cordially invites all yoga enthusiasts to participate in this special Curtain Raiser Yoga Event as a run-up to the International Day of Yoga 2026 ( ), celebrating the spirit of health, harmony, and well-being.
Date: 29th May 2026 (Friday)
Time: 06:30 PM
Venue: India House
Address: 1241, Rue Teimokoro Garangeo, Arrondissement 12, Parcelle 14, Lot 06, Section 282 Zone A, Sector 54, Ouaga 2000.
Note: Participation is on registration basis “first-come, first-served basis”.
Kindly register at Link: https://forms.gle/RtiV35sf3macU7eN7
Attire: Yoga Dress
Yoga Mat: Kindly bring your own yoga mat for hygienic reason


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