India, Feb. 17 -- Maharashtra Metrorail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has written to the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), urging it to consider the alignment of the Swargate-Katraj underground Metro extension while planning the proposed Yerawada-Katraj twin tunnels.

Last week, chief minister Devendra Fadnavis granted in-principle approval for PMRDA's proposed underground twin-tunnel project, which aims to ease traffic between the northern and southern parts of the city. Fadnavis, who chaired the meeting, emphasised the use of modern technology and directed officials to expedite the submission of a Detailed Project Report (DPR).

Maha-Metro's letter follows deputy chief minister and district guardian minister Aji...