Delhi unveils Mayur mascot for Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

Delhi unveiled Mayur as the mascot for the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships 2026 on 14 July 2026. The 22nd edition of the championship will be held at Thyagaraj Stadium in Delhi from 27 July to 2 August 2026.

Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

The Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships is an international table tennis competition for Commonwealth nations. The 2026 edition is the 22nd edition of the event and is scheduled in Delhi under joint organisation by the Delhi government and the Table Tennis Federation of India.

Mayur mascot

Mayur is inspired by the peacock, which is India’s national bird. The mascot is linked with themes of energy, hospitality, and unity, which are commonly used in sporting event branding.

Venue and organisation

Thyagaraj Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue in Delhi that has hosted indoor sporting events. The championship is expected to bring participation from more than 35 countries, while some references mention around 25 Commonwealth nations.

Important Facts for Exams

• The Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships 2026 is the 22nd edition of the tournament.
• The event will be held at Thyagaraj Stadium in Delhi from 27 July to 2 August 2026.
• Mayur is the official mascot for the championship and is inspired by the peacock.
• The championship is being jointly organised by the Delhi government and the Table Tennis Federation of India.

Delhi and sports administration

Rekha Gupta is the Chief Minister of Delhi, and Ashish Sood is the Sports Minister of Delhi. The event is linked with Delhi’s role in hosting international sports competitions and with the Table Tennis Federation of India’s national event management role.