ITC is a large diversified conglomerate with businesses spanning tobacco, FMCG, hotels, paperboards, and agri-business. It was founded in 1910 and initially focused on tobacco, later diversifying into packaging in 1925, personal care in 2005, and other categories. ITC has numerous popular brands such as Classic, Gold Flake, Savlon, and Vivel that have strong market positions. It also operates social programs like e-Choupal to support farmers.