Chinchwad is an upscale locality in the city of Pimpri Chinchwad, which is about 15 km northwest of the historic city of Pune situated on the banks of Pavna river. The neighborhood is home to extensive industry and is well known for its automotive, pharmaceutical, electrical products, electronics and hardware, aerospace and manufacturing units. The locality has a museum dedicated to the Chapekar brothers who were active during the Indian independence movement.