Climate change is a critical global issue linked to severe environmental disasters, mass displacement and significant economic damage. However, global leaders have yet to implement effective agreements to limit and drastically reduce emissions. The disparity between developed and developing nations in obligation and responsibility remains contentious. This research explores India’s climate policy within its broader foreign policy stance, providing insight into India’s engagement with international climate politics. Over the past three decades, India has evolved from a minor player to a significant influence in global climate negotiations. The study tracks India’s role from creating the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in 1992 to the 25th Conference of Parties (COP) in Spain in 2019. While India has consistently called for urgent international climate action, it has also been reluctant to impose stringent emission restrictions, leading to friction with other nations. This study analyses the evolution, changes and trends in India’s climate policy and concludes with potential future implications for India’s approach and global environmental governance.