The document presents a detailed overview of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), including its history, products, competitors, SWOT analysis, and corporate governance. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Mumbai, HPCL is a state-owned oil refining and marketing company with a focus on innovation, CSR activities, and strategic partnerships in research and development. Key challenges faced by HPCL include fluctuating crude oil prices, intense competition, and economic instability, while its strengths lie in a large distribution network and active CSR involvement.