India has proactively engaged in diplomatic efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine war. Despite US-Russia contacts, the conflict intensifies, threatening wider European spillover. The author advocates India leveraging its unique access to Moscow and Kyiv. New Delhi should utilize the upcoming BRICS summit, with Putin and Xi present, to collectively push for critical confidence-building measures. These include establishing a ceasefire basis, protecting energy and civilian infrastructure, and ensuring safe commercial shipping lanes in the Black Sea, which are essential steps for de-escalation.