India’s engagement with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization reflects its strategic efforts to strengthen its regional cooperation across Eurasia. Originally founded in 2001 by China, Russia and CAR, it focuses on counterterrorism, transnational security and economic partnership. India became a full member in 2017, marking a significant step in its Connect Central Asia Policy. India's participation in the SCO is vital as this platform provides opportunities to expand trade, counter terrorism, energy partnerships and connectivity with resource-rich Central Asian Republics. Initiatives like the International North-South Transport Corridor, complement SCO objectives. India must navigate complex geopolitical dynamics within the organization, especially with the presence of China and Pakistan. Despite these challenges, the SCO offers India a valuable multilateral forum to promote a multipolar world order, strengthen regional stability and assert its role as a key stakeholder in Eurasian affairs.