International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

As India accelerates toward its vision of a "Viksit Bharat @2047" (Developed India by 2047), the integration of sustainable development with rapid economic expansion has become paramount. This study investigates the intersection of corporate sustainability and financial performance, specifically analyzing how the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks impacts the profitability and risk profiles of Indian corporations. The importance of this research lies in dismantling the traditional paradigm that views eco-friendly operations as a mere compliance cost, instead reframing them as fundamental drivers of long-term value creation. Utilizing secondary financial and ESG score data from top-performing companies listed on the NSE Nifty 50 index (2020–2025), this study applies business analytics and multivariate regression to evaluate the correlation between environmental initiatives and key financial indicators like Return on Assets (ROA) and market volatility. The results indicate a statistically significant positive relationship between robust environmental sustainability practices—such as carbon footprint reduction and green supply chain logistics—and long-term financial stability. Companies leveraging data-driven sustainability models demonstrate lower capital costs and enhanced resilience against market shocks. Ultimately, this paper concludes that integrating sustainable practices is a strategic financial imperative that directly supports Sustainable Development Goals 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and 13 (Climate Action), ensuring that India’s economic growth engine remains both profitable and ecologically viable.

C. Sharmila Rao, Aryan Arora, Siya Gherwal, Murad Ul Mustakeem, Yug Sanghvi,"Financing the Green Transition: The Role of ESG Analytics in Securing Economic Stability for a Viksit Bharat @2047" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(3): Page(105-109) May-June 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.