Dharampal Satyapal Limited

The DS Group is a diversified multi-business corporation and a leading FMCG conglomerate with a strong presence both in India and internationally.

About

The Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group) is a diversified multi-business corporation and a leading FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) conglomerate with Read more a strong presence both in India and internationally. Established in 1929, the Group’s journey is an inspiring tale of rich heritage, legacy, and visionary growth. Committed to building successful brands across diverse sectors, the Group focuses on delighting consumers through its unwavering dedication to quality and innovation, fostering loyalty and satisfaction. Its extensive and diverse portfolio spans mouth fresheners, food and beverages, confectionery, hospitality, agriculture, luxury retail, tobacco, and other strategic investments.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a core component of the DS Group’s business philosophy. The Group is committed to promoting the sustainable well-being of its stakeholder communities by addressing key economic, environmental, and social challenges.

With a focus on critical areas such as water conservation, livelihood enhancement, and education, the Group implements impactful projects across the country that create lasting positive change. The Group’s CSR initiatives are rooted in the belief that indigenous knowledge and local community skills play a vital role in driving sustainable development.

Vision & Mission

  • Vision

    To be a leading quality & innovation driven global conglomerate.

  • Mission

    We are constantly striving to achieve excellence in all our endeavors to create sustainable value for our stakeholders and the community at large.

Geographical Coverage

Gujarat
Himachal Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Rajasthan
Uttar Pradesh
Uttarakhand
Karnataka
Assam
Delhi
Jharkhand
Maharashtra
Tripura
Haryana
Tamil Nadu

Organisations Supported

    Programs

    • Water Conservation Programmes

      Description

      The DS Group is dedicated to ensuring the long-term availability of water through geography-specific conservation measures and the judicious utilization of resources. The Group collaborates with like-minded, grassroots organizations to support multiple water conservation projects across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat, positively impacting millions of people from marginalized communities.

      These projects focus on the construction of recharge and storage structures, renovation of defunct and underutilized water bodies, soil conservation measures, the introduction of efficient irrigation practices, and the establishment of community institutions to ensure long-term sustainability.

      The initiatives have significantly improved the availability of surface and groundwater, leading to an increase in irrigated land, enhanced crop productivity, and ultimately, better economic conditions for the communities in these intervention areas.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      People impacted by Water Economic Zone, Udaipur 23,000
      Households benefitted from solar powered lift irrigation 200
    • Livelihood Enhancement

      Description

      The DS Group is committed to fostering inclusive growth by empowering individuals from underprivileged communities. The Group supports a variety of livelihood projects aimed at creating opportunities, enhancing skills, and fostering an enabling environment that empowers communities to improve their income-generating potential.

      These projects focus on areas such as sustainable agriculture, livestock management, skill development, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. Designed with active participation from local communities, the initiatives leverage indigenous knowledge to ensure long-term sustainability.

      Livelihood enhancement projects are being implemented across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Assam, and Tripura. These efforts have significantly improved the socio-economic conditions of numerous communities.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      Farmers benefitted from livelihood initiatives 22,300
      Underprivileged women trained in non-farm based skills 120
      Beneficiaries impacted from financial literacy and entrepreneurship programmes 12,000
      Rubber tappers trained 1,500
      Women entrepreneurs mentored 60
      Households benefitted from initiatives to revitalise rural economy 1,000
    • Gender Equity

      Description

      Saamya is dedicated to fostering a gender-sensitive society by engaging young boys aged 7 to 11, encouraging them to observe, reflect, learn, and take action to transform behaviors in their own lives and positively influence those around them. Through this early intervention, these boys develop greater gender sensitivity, demonstrating respect, empathy, consent, compassion, and affection towards women and girls, ultimately becoming role models within their communities.

      Saamya has developed an innovative, activity-based module rooted in the core principles of Empathy, Respect, Equality, Dignity, Diversity, and Integrity. Gender sensitivity is a fundamental value woven into the ethical framework of Saamya’s approach.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      Students benefitted 650
      Supported NGOs
    • Education

      Description

      The Group’s education initiative is centered on providing elementary education to tribal and urban slum children, including out-of-school children and dropouts. To reach underserved communities, the Group collaborates with dedicated and passionate organizations committed to making a difference.

      Additionally, the Group advocates for skill-based education to enhance livelihood opportunities. Creativity Adda is one such initiative designed to offer diverse learning experiences to students in government schools across Delhi, as well as to children who have dropped out of the formal education system.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      Students impacted from education initiatives 5,600
      School dropouts trained with livelihood oriented skills 250
      Students benefitted from mid day meal programme 15,000
    • DS Mobile Clinics

      Description

      DS Mobile Clinics, the healthcare initiative of DSL, provided doorstep medical services to people living in remote areas of the North East and selected regions in Delhi/NCR. These well-equipped medical vans, staffed with qualified doctors and trained medical personnel, offered free basic healthcare services, including consultations, medications, and referrals. Critical cases were directed to nearby hospitals, and in emergencies, the mobile vans also facilitated patient transportation to healthcare facilities. Depending on the need, some villages were visited twice a month.

      In addition to medical services, specially designed health awareness campaigns were conducted on key health issues such as malnutrition, maternal and newborn care, immunization, and seasonal diseases like malaria, dengue, and diarrhea.

      Right to Sight Program
      Many rural communities lack access to adequate medical care and awareness about eye health issues. This initiative focuses on raising awareness about cataract-induced blindness and the available treatments.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      Individuals benefitted from right to sight initiative 15,000
      Supported NGOs
      Partners for DS Mobile Clinics
    • Disaster Relief

      Description

      The company has actively supported victims of various natural disasters, extending aid and relief during emergencies such as the floods in Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Leh, and Assam. The company also provided critical assistance and support in the aftermath of the devastating tsunami in Tamil Nadu.

      DS Group mobilized all possible resources to help the COVID devastated nation and offer support through various activities like contribution to the Prime Minister's Citizen assistance and relief in emergency situations fund, distribution of food, ration, masks, sanitary items, supporting quarantine facilities, providing medical equipments/items to various hospitals/concern authorities, awareness generation etc.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
      Impact
      Families supported druing COVID-19 1,00,000
      Supported NGOs
    • Restoring Heritage

      Description

      Heritage is a priceless legacy from the past, meant to be preserved and passed on to future generations. Cultural and monumental heritage serves as an irreplaceable source of life, identity, and inspiration. DSL has been actively involved in restoring numerous monuments, temples, and significant historic landmarks across the North East, contributing to the preservation of rich history.

      Cause
      Demographics
    • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Projects

      Description

      In alignment with the Government of India's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, DSL has built 9 community toilet complexes in the slums of Lucknow. These facilities are maintained by local committees, ensuring their continued cleanliness and accessibility.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics
    • Jail University Project

      Description

      In collaboration with Shikshantar Sansthan, the company has established a dedicated Music Academy and Recording Studio within Udaipur Jail. This initiative empowers inmate learners to write, compose, and record their own songs. The program aims to keep inmates motivated and engaged, while also equipping them with valuable skills that can enhance their employment opportunities upon reintegration into society.

      Cause
      States
      Demographics

    Impact

    Impact made
    Lives impacted 2,00,000
    Livelihoods enhanced 50,000
    Children empowered through quality education 9,000
    Water harvesting structures created 1100

    Leadership Team

    • Prabhakant Jain LinkedIn Logo
      Head CSR - DS Group
    • Subodh Kumar Mahapatra LinkedIn Logo
      Group Head CSR
    • Rumpa Mishra LinkedIn Logo
      Dy. Manager CSR & Sustainability
    • Ravi Kumar Gupta LinkedIn Logo
      Deputy Manager Sustainability & CSR
    • Jaypal Singh Tomar LinkedIn Logo
      Senior Manager - Sustainability and CSR

    Location

    • Headquarters

      C 6 - 10, Dharampal Satyapal (DS) Road, Sector - 67, Noida, Uttar Pradesh

      Directions

    Contact

    • Email ID

      ds@dsgroup.com

    • Phone Number

      0120 - 4032200

    Point of Contact

    • Email ID

      ds@dsgroup.com

    News

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    DS Group Takes An Innovative Lead In Making Waste Segregation Easier
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    Recent Initiatives on Water Conservation of DS Group
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    CSR Success: 100 Farmers of Dungarpur, Rajasthan, generate an income of Rs 25 Lakh under the DS Group’s ‘PAHAL’ Project
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    CSR of DS Group: Water Conservation Projects in Rajasthan improves Ground Water level phenomenally
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    DS Social Innovation Grant 2020
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    DS Group Supports Educational Dreams
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    CSR: DS Group Extends Support to the Flood Victims in Saddal Village, Jammu & Kashmir
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    DS Group Pilot Project Promotes Safe Drinking Water Practices 15 Villages at Assam
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    CSR of DS Group: Rubber Tappers Training Program for Unskilled Tribal Youth

    Awards & Recognitions

    1. Best CSR award - 8th edition of the CSR Summit, organised by UBS Forum : 2023

    2. DS Group's Water Economic Zone initiative awarded at the 20th FICCI CSR awards : 2023

    3. Received 8th CSR Impact award in the Environment category : 2023

    4. SAAMYA recognised as the Gender equality initiative of the year by Indian Social Impact award : 2023

    5. Third joint winner in 'Best industry for CSR activities' at the 3rd National Water Awards : 2020

    6. India CSR award - for the project on water conservation : 2020

    7. Rubber Tappers training program awarded in the category of unique skill development by Think Media Inc Best CSR practices award : 2013

    8. Received a special recognition award by Aaj Tak Care award - Empowerment category : 2013

    9. Excellence in water management - Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre award : 2011