NSA Ajit Doval suddenly cancelled his Russia visit, know the reason

Ajit Doval has cancelled his visit to Russia (File photo)

Ajit Doval was scheduled to attend the 13th International High-Level Security Representatives Meeting was to be held in Moscow from May 27 to May 29, 2025. This meeting held in Moscow brings together national security advisors and senior officials from around the world to discuss issues related to global security.

India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval’s visit to Russia was cancelled. He was scheduled to attend the 13th International High-Level Security Representatives’ Meeting to be held in Moscow from 27 May to 29 May 2025. According to official sources, Doval is suffering from seasonal flu and that is why he could not attend this important global security meeting or was there some other reason!

According to news agency PTI, sources said that this decision has been taken giving priority to health in the current situation. NSA Doval has been advised to take complete rest so that he can recover soon. According to the information, even though this time the visit had to be canceled, official sources confirmed that Ajit Doval is committed to resuming bilateral dialogue on strategic and security matters with Russia in the near future.

What is this international meeting?

This meeting held in Moscow brings together national security advisors and senior officials from around the world on one platform to discuss issues related to global security. It discusses issues like terrorism, cyber security, regional conflicts and multilateral strategic cooperation.

India has been actively participating in this forum every year and through this has been highlighting its role in the global security system. Although NSA Doval could not attend the meeting in person this time, there will be possibilities of high-level participation and cooperation from India in the future.