Mr. Mohit Shrivastava to Present the Evaluation Framework Powering One of North India’s Most Prestigious Young Leadership Platforms

New Delhi, June 26, 2026 — In an era where leadership is increasingly measured by impact rather than visibility, recognition platforms are being challenged to adopt more transparent and credible selection processes. Addressing this need, Coherent Market Insights (CMI) has been appointed the Official Research Partner for ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India 2026, bringing a structured, data-driven approach to the identification of the region’s most promising young leaders.

The ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India 2026 summit, scheduled to take place at Taj Palace, New Delhi, will celebrate forty exceptional professionals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, business performance, and industry influence across North India’s key economic hubs.

Celebrating Leadership Beyond Conventional Metrics

Now in its second edition, ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India has evolved into a prominent platform recognising individuals who are driving transformation across industries. The 2026 edition reflects the changing nature of leadership by bringing together entrepreneurs, business executives, technology innovators, and emerging industry leaders who are creating meaningful impact within their respective sectors.

To ensure the credibility of the recognition, Coherent Market Insights developed and implemented a comprehensive evaluation methodology designed to assess both organisational achievements and individual leadership capabilities.

The research process began with a broad universe of more than 1,000 leaders from across North India, representing established enterprises, high-growth businesses, and emerging ventures. Before evaluation commenced, candidates were screened through a detailed eligibility framework covering leadership responsibility, organisational scale, market presence, professional standing, and governance credentials.

A Balanced Approach to Leadership Assessment

Following the screening stage, eligible candidates were assessed through a multidimensional scoring model aimed at providing a holistic view of leadership effectiveness.

The framework assigned 45% weightage to organisational performance, examining business growth, strategic partnerships, major initiatives, and industry recognition. The remaining 55% focused on individual leadership excellence, evaluating innovation, strategic vision, professional accomplishments, ethical leadership, employment generation, scalability, and future potential.

This balanced methodology was designed to identify leaders who have not only delivered strong business outcomes but have also demonstrated the qualities necessary to sustain long-term success and industry influence.

To further strengthen the integrity of the process, the final list of honourees will be reviewed and validated by an independent jury comprising senior editorial leaders and industry experts.

Mr. Mohit Shrivastava to Share Insights into the Research Methodology

A key segment of the summit will feature Mr. Mohit Shrivastava, AVP – Research & Consulting at Coherent Market Insights, who will present the evaluation framework behind the recognition.

The presentation will offer attendees a detailed understanding of the assessment architecture, scoring methodology, and validation processes used throughout the selection journey. The session will also highlight how evidence-based evaluation frameworks are becoming increasingly relevant for measuring leadership effectiveness, organisational resilience, and future growth potential.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Shrivastava said:

"Leadership recognition carries greater value when it is built on objective evaluation and measurable impact. Our goal was to create a framework capable of identifying individuals whose influence extends beyond business performance and reflects innovation, integrity, and sustainable leadership."

Recognising the Leaders Driving North India’s Growth Story

North India continues to emerge as a powerful engine of economic growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Across sectors including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, BFSI, retail, and emerging industries, young leaders are building organisations that are shaping markets and creating long-term value.

ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India 2026 aims to spotlight these changemakers and celebrate their contributions. Through its role as Official Research Partner, Coherent Market Insights has helped establish a robust and transparent foundation for recognising leadership excellence across the region.

About ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India 2026

ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North India is a premier leadership recognition platform honouring exceptional professionals and entrepreneurs who have demonstrated significant business achievement, organisational leadership, and industry influence before the age of 40. The platform brings together influential voices from across industries to celebrate innovation, ambition, and leadership excellence.

About Coherent Market Insights

Coherent Market Insights (CMI) is a leading global market intelligence and consulting firm providing strategic insights and advisory solutions across diverse industries. Headquartered in India, with operations in the United States and strategic partnerships in the United Kingdom and Japan, CMI serves clients in over 32 countries through a team of more than 300 research and consulting professionals.

For more information, visit: www.coherentmarketinsights.com