GUJARAT, AHMEDABAD | 09th JANUARY 2026 — Sports activist and former National Table Tennis player Yatharth Pandya has sent a legal notice to World Table Tennis (WTT), WTT India, and the Table Tennis Federation of India. He highlights key public interest issues related to governance standards, financial transparency, and legal compliance in organizing international table tennis events in India.
In the notice, Pandya seeks clarity on the legal and regulatory framework for these international sporting events. He requests open disclosure of required approvals, financial arrangements, contracts, and compliance with Indian laws, including tax regulations and other mandatory rules. He emphasizes that all international sporting bodies operating in India must follow Indian law. He stresses the need for accountability, especially concerning public interest, public resources, and the professional futures of young athletes.
The notice also points out the need for due process, oversight, and clearly defined roles for authorized Indian entities involved in hosting and managing these events. It calls for stronger governance systems to ensure that international tournaments are organized within a legal, transparent, and ethical framework.
Pandya states that the aim of the legal notice is constructive, not confrontational. He urges the involved organizations to respond quickly, provide necessary information, and take corrective actions if needed. He believes that timely compliance with legal standards and transparent governance will build trust among athletes, stakeholders, and the general public, while also enhancing the credibility and long-term growth of table tennis and sports management in India.
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