India, Feb. 27 -- The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) has unveiled a Rs.3,873.86 crore budget for the financial year 2025-26, focussing on boosting infrastructure and providing efficient administration. No tax hike has been announced in the budget that was presented to municipal commissioner Mangesh Chitale on Tuesday by chief accounts and finance officer Mangesh Gawde.

"The budget is development-oriented," said the municipal commissioner. "It lays emphasis on income growth, health facilities, modern techniques for all round development of students, conservation of the environment and public participation for a clean Panvel."

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