The Asian Table Tennis Team Championships will be staged here at the renowned Kalinga Stadium from October 11 to 15. The event will also act as a qualifier for the 2026 ITTF World Team Championships, with the leading 13 teams from each category earning spots.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I'm so happy to be here. From the moment I arrived, I\u2019ve been deeply impressed by the excellent organisation and the world-class arrangements. The accommodation, transportation, and overall preparation by the organising committee are truly remarkable. This ensures that the championship will be one of the best ever held,\u201d Sheikha Hayat said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Praising India\u2019s rapid rise in the sport, she added, \u201cI want to congratulate the Indian Table Tennis Federation and the Ministry of Sports for the tremendous development of their national team. Today, we can expect to see India competing at par with teams like China and Japan \u2014 that shows the progress and dedication invested in the sport.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I'm so happy to be here. From the moment I arrived, I\u2019ve been deeply impressed by the excellent organisation and the world-class arrangements. The accommodation, transportation, and overall preparation by the organising committee are truly remarkable. This ensures that the championship will be one of the best ever held,\u201d Sheikha Hayat said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Lastly, she expressed gratitude to the host state and the media, noting, \u201cI sincerely thank the organising committee and the people of Odisha for their warmth and hospitality. The state has shown outstanding commitment to sports development. I also thank the media for helping us showcase to the world how much Asia and India are contributing to the growth of table tennis.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n