Persistent ranks 13th in Hurun India Impact 50 – 2026
Persistent Systems secured the 13th rank in the Perpetual Capital Hurun India Impact 50 – 2026, recognized for its sustainability and responsible business practices. The company ranked first for achieving carbon neutrality by 2030, second in SDG 3 and SDG 13, and third among Sustainable Software & Services Companies. Leadership emphasized that ESG maturity is central to operational efficiency and long-term value creation in an AI-driven world.

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Persistent Systems has been ranked 13th overall in the Perpetual Capital Hurun India Impact 50 – 2026, a recognition that highlights its performance in sustainability and responsible business practices. The evaluation, based on publicly disclosed ESG data such as annual reports and sustainability reports, assessed both ambition and measurable outcomes. The company achieved leading positions across multiple sustainability dimensions, reflecting its focus on resilient growth and operational excellence in the AI era.
The company secured the top rank among companies targeting to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, having achieved this target in 2024. It also ranked second across SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and for achieving the highest waste-recycling ratio. Additionally, Persistent Systems was ranked third among Sustainable Software & Services Companies and fourth among top companies advancing SDG 5 (Gender Equality).
Sustainability Rankings
| Rank Category | Position |
|---|---|
| Carbon Neutrality Target (2030) | #1 |
| SDG 3, SDG 13, Waste-Recycling Ratio | #2 |
| Sustainable Software & Services Companies | #3 |
| SDG 5 (Gender Equality) | #4 |
Chitra Byregowda, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Sustainability and ESG at Persistent Systems, stated that sustainability is central to operational efficiency and long-term value creation. She noted that the recognition reflects the consistent embedding of these principles across global operations. Anas Junaid, Founder and Chief Researcher at Hurun India, congratulated the company, adding that the inclusion reflects a deliberate organizational direction where sustainability goals are a structural consideration.
The company's sustainability strategy is integrated into how it modernizes infrastructure and operates global delivery environments. As enterprises evaluate technology partners based on resilience and governance, ESG maturity is emerging as a key indicator of long-term value creation. The recognition strengthens Persistent Systems' position as an execution-led technology enterprise focused on building sustainable value for clients, employees, and shareholders.
Historical Stock Returns for Persistent Systems
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.10% | -4.38% | -4.69% | -19.22% | -18.03% | +287.03% |
How will Persistent Systems leverage its early achievement of carbon neutrality to win new client contracts in the AI era?
What specific investments is the company making to maintain its top ranking in waste recycling as global operations scale?
Will the company set new, more aggressive environmental targets beyond its 2030 goals following this early success?


































