Panvel is a city located in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. It serves as a significant urban center primarily due to its close proximity to Mumbai, which has contributed to its high population density.
The city is governed by several administrative bodies for development purposes, including the MMRDA and CIDCO. Notably, the Panvel Municipal Corporation holds the distinction of being the first Municipal Corporation in the Raigad district as well as the first Municipal Corporation in the state of Maharashtra.