Recent diplomatic engagements, including the participation of External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar at the SCO meeting and the upcoming BRICS summit, underline the growing importance of these frameworks in India's strategic calculus. For India, navigating its multifaceted security and regional challenges requires a nuanced approach that leverages organisations such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), BRICS and the potential revival of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).