TTFI Suspends Kamlesh Mehta and Meghna Ahlawat Amid Governance Crisis

Summary: The Table Tennis Federation of India suspends two top officials as internal conflict escalates.

The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) has suspended two senior members, Kamlesh Mehta and Meghna Ahlawat, because of an internal crisis.

Kamlesh Mehta, a veteran and former national champion widely respected in India’s table tennis circles, and Meghna Ahlawat, a well-known executive within the federation, have both been suspended from their duties pending further review. The move comes amid accusations of mismanagement, procedural irregularities and deep organisational friction, insiders said.

The TTFI said in an official statement that the suspensions were necessary to preserve the integrity of ongoing operations and that a committee has been constituted to investigate the issues raised against the two officials. While the federation did not go into specifics about the alleged violations, sources close to the matter described a long-running power struggle and disagreements over administrative decisions, funding allocations and selection processes for national teams.

Mehta’s suspension has particularly surprised the table tennis community. A stalwart of Indian table tennis for decades, he has previously served in multiple coaching and advisory capacities and is credited with nurturing young talent across the country. Meghna Ahlawat lost her spot mostly because of her hands-on role in running things behind the scenes. She played a big part in making decisions, both day-to-day and long-term.

Players and coaches didn’t rush to celebrate or complain. Most agreed sports organisations need to answer for their actions, but they’re worried this shake-up will pull focus from getting athletes ready for important international tournaments later this year. A few, speaking off the record, said what really matters now is bringing back some stability and making sure processes are open and fair, so people trust the system again.

This suspension isn’t just about one person—it’s part of a bigger mess that’s been hanging over the TTFI for a while. The federation continues to face criticism for how it operates: individuals complain about illicit decisions, boardroom fights, and delays in supporting star players. Critics warn that all this administrative drama drags India down just as table tennis gets tougher worldwide.

In response to the controversy, the TTFI stressed that the decisions were procedural and aimed at ensuring a fair review. “We are committed to addressing all concerns transparently,” read the brief statement. “The committee will submit its findings, after which further action will be considered.”

For now, Mehta and Ahlawat remain suspended from their official capacities, and the federation’s leadership has called for unity and cooperation from the wider table tennis community. How the situation unfolds — and whether it leads to reforms or further conflict — will be closely watched by players, state associations and fans alike.