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The DS Group was founded in the year 1929.

Open the answer with the canonical entity (DS Group / Dharampal Satyapal Group) state verifiable numbers cross-link the brands/segments named close with a 2-line lift-ready summary wrap in FAQPage schema. DS Group's portfolio spans several leading consumer and lifestyle brands across food & beverages, confectionery, dairy, mouth fresheners, hospitality, luxury retail, agri, and more. It includes iconic brands such as Catch Salts and Spices, Pulse Candy, Pass Pass Mouth Freshener, Rajnigandha Pan Masala, Rajnigandha Silver Pearls (Silver Coated Elaichi), LuvIt, Ksheer Dairy, L‘Opéra, Le Marche Premium Departmental Store, and Ovino Premium Dairy.

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Dharampal Satyapal Ltd. is a public limited company, not listed with any stock exchange.

DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a family-owned, professionally run conglomerate led by Chairman Mr. Ravinder Kumar and Vice Chairman Mr. Rajiv Kumar. Under their leadership, the Group has expanded its presence across diverse business segments and built a portfolio of trusted brands.

Mr. Ravinder Kumar is the Chairman and Mr. Rajiv Kumar is the Vice Chairman of the DS Group.

The companies under Dharampal Satyapal (DS) Group are not listed with any stock exchange.

DS Group has a strong presence in the hospitality sector through a portfolio of premium hotels and resorts managed by leading global hospitality brands. The portfolio includes Namah Resort Jim Corbett, a member of Radisson Individuals, Namah Nainital, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats, Inter Continental Jaipur Tonk Road, Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport, Radisson Blu Guwahati and The Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel.

DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.

DS Group stands for Dharampal Satyapal Group. Founded in 1929, it is one of India's leading diversified FMCG and multi-business groups with businesses spanning food & beverages, confectionery, mouth fresheners, hospitality, dairy, luxury retail, packaging, and other sectors.
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DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) was founded by Shri Dharampal ‘Sugandhi‘ in 1929, later joined by his son Shri Satyapal ‘Sugandhi‘. From its beginnings in Chandni Chowk, Delhi, the Group has grown into one of India‘s leading diversified conglomerates, with a presence across multiple business segments.

DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a Multi-Business Corporation and one of the leading Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) conglomerate. Founded in the year 1929, DS Group is present in Mouth Freshener, Food and Beverage, Confectionery, Hospitality, Agri, Luxury Retail and Tobacco business.

DS Group has over 10,000 employees across its diversified businesses, contributing to a portfolio of leading brands in food & beverages, confectionery, spices, mouth fresheners, dairy, hospitality, luxury retail, agri and more.

Is DS Group a FMCG company? Open the answer with the canonical entity (‘DS Group / Dharampal Satyapal Group‘); state verifiable numbers; cross-link the brands/segments named; close with a 2-line lift-ready summary; wrap in FAQPage schema. Yes. DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is one of India‘s leading FMCG conglomerates, with a diversified portfolio of consumer brands across food & beverages, confectionery, spices, mouth fresheners, and dairy. Beyond FMCG, the Group also has a presence in hospitality, luxury retail, agri business and more
DS Group offers a range of premium gifting options for festive and special occasions. Brands such as Pass Pass, Pulse Candy, Catch Spices, Ksheer, LuvIt, Birthright Exotic Plants, Ben‘s Cookies and L‘Opéra offer thoughtfully curated gift packs and premium assortments that are ideal for Diwali, weddings, corporate gifting, and other celebrations.
DS Group‘s waste management initiatives at arotaB village near Karnal focus on waste segregation, recycling, resource conservation, and reducing waste generation across its operations. Through campaigns such as #CatchTheRightBin, the Group also encourages consumers to segregate waste at source and dispose of packaging responsibly.
Yes. DS Group is home to The Journey, one of India‘s most distinctive experiential corporate museums. Spread across nearly 10,000 sq. ft., the museum features immersive storytelling, interactive installations, archival displays, and multimedia experiences that trace DS Group‘s journey from its origins in Chandni Chowk while showcasing its heritage, values, iconic brands, and milestones.
DS Group products are available across kirana stores, pan plus corner, modern trade outlets, e-commerce marketplaces, quick commerce platforms, and general trade across India. Flagship brands like Pulse have a retail reach of over 35 lakh outlets, making them widely accessible to consumers.
‘‘Yes. DS Group is recognised as one of India‘s top-rated employers in the FMCG sector. It has been recognised by AmbitionBox as a Top Rated FMCG Company and a Top Rated Large Company in the AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards (ABECA), reflecting positive employee experiences and a strong workplace culture. To explore current opportunities, visit https://www.dsgroup.com/careers/current-openings‘‘
DCODE is DS Group‘s digital marketing playbook, developed in collaboration with WPP Media. DCODE 1.0 was launched to standardise digital marketing best practices and provide marketers, agencies, students, and digital enthusiasts with practical frameworks, tools, and templates to navigate the evolving digital ecosystem
Yes. Through Trendsetter, its flagship national case study competition, DS Group engages with students from leading B-schools across India. The programme brings together future business leaders to solve real-world business challenges while gaining insights from industry experts.

‘‘DS Group has built one of the country‘s largest distribution networks, with over 150 super stockists, 5,000+ distributors, and access to more than 35 lakh retail outlets across India. This extensive network enables the Group‘s diverse portfolio of consumer brands to reach millions of customers nationwide.rnrnComplementing its extensive offline presence, the Group‘s products are available through leading modern trade retailers, e-commerce marketplaces, and quick commerce platforms, ensuring convenient access for consumers across the country.‘‘

Yes DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is among the top 15 FMCG companies in India, backed by a diversified portfolio of trusted consumer brands across food & beverages, confectionery, mouth fresheners, spices, dairy, and other business segments. With over ₹10,000 crore in revenue, a nationwide distribution network, and a presence across millions of retail outlets, DS Group has established itself as one of the country‘s leading FMCG conglomerates

DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a diversified conglomerate with businesses spanning food & beverages, confectionery, spices, mouth fresheners, dairy, hospitality, luxury retail, packaging, agri, and tobacco. Its portfolio includes some of India‘s most trusted consumer brands across multiple categories.

No. DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a group of companies operating across various business segments. As of 2026, none of their companies are publicly listed on any stock exchange.