Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL): Energizing India, Empowering Progress

New Delhi: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a leading Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise, has been a cornerstone of India’s energy sector for decades, powering industries, households, mobility, and national development. With a legacy of trust and innovation, HPCL has established itself as one of India’s most dynamic and future-ready energy companies.

A Legacy of Nation-Building

HPCL’s journey began with a commitment to nation-building through reliable and accessible energy solutions. Over the years, the company has evolved—from a conventional petroleum marketer to an integrated energy conglomerate with strong presence across refining, marketing, pipelines, R&D, petrochemicals, and renewable energy.

With two major refineries in Mumbai and Visakhapatnam and joint venture refineries such as HMEL and MRPL, HPCL has strengthened India’s refining capabilities while maintaining a robust and diversified supply network across the country.

Its extensive marketing infrastructure—including over 22,000 retail outlets, thousands of LPG distributors, comprehensive pipeline networks, EV charging stations, and a pan-India aviation fuel network—ensures uninterrupted energy access for millions of citizens every day.

Strategic Growth Across the Decades

Innovation, Technology, and Capability Building
HPCL embraced technology-driven growth from early on. The establishment of the HP Green R&D Centre in Bengaluru marked a turning point, enabling advancements in fuels, lubricants, bioenergy, emission reduction technologies, and sustainable materials. This R&D strength positions HPCL as a key player in India’s clean-energy evolution.

 

Expansion of Refining and Marketing Excellence
During the 1980s and 1990s, HPCL expanded refining capacities, upgraded facilities, and introduced modern fuel formulations, ensuring superior product quality and efficient supply chains. The company also strengthened its LPG ecosystem, emerging as one of India’s leading providers of safe, clean, and reliable LPG to millions of households.

Diversification and Customer-Centric Transformation
From the 2000s onward, HPCL diversified into natural gas, petrochemicals, biofuels, and renewable energy while transforming its retail network into a digitally enabled, customer-focused ecosystem. Innovations such as automated fuel stations, loyalty programs, EV charging infrastructure, and expanded CNG networks reflect HPCL’s commitment to future mobility.

Modern Era: Sustainable Growth and Atmanirbhar Bharat
Today, HPCL aligns with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat mission, driving local manufacturing, indigenous technology development, and world-class operational excellence. Its integrated approach across refining, marketing, natural gas, petrochemicals, pipeline expansion, and alternative energy strengthens India’s energy security.

Championing Clean Energy for the Future
HPCL is preparing for emerging opportunities in:

• Green hydrogen

• Biofuels and ethanol

• Waste-to-energy

• Renewable power

• Advanced lubricants and chemical products

• EV charging and clean mobility solutions

With a strong order pipeline, robust financial discipline, and a nation-first vision, HPCL is transitioning from a traditional oil company to a future-ready, integrated energy corporation.

HP FIRST: The Culture That Drives Excellence
HPCL’s identity is rooted in its core value system — HP FIRST — representing:

• Happiness: Creating joyful experiences for customers and employees

• Performance: Delivering outstanding business results

• Fairness: Acting with integrity and transparency

• Innovation: Developing new technologies and solutions

• Responsibility: Commitment to sustainability and safety

• Service Orientation: Prioritizing customer satisfaction

• Teamwork: Collaborating toward shared goals

These values drive HPCL’s vision of delivering happiness, enabling national progress, and building a sustainable energy future.

 

Energizing India—Today and Tomorrow
From lighting up homes to fueling aspirations, from supporting industries to creating a greener tomorrow, HPCL remains steadfast in its mission of energizing India with reliability, responsibility, and resilience. As the nation marches forward, HPCL continues to evolve, innovate, and empower—ensuring that wherever progress happens, there is always a touch of HP.