India, April 30 -- Work on the Khadakwasla-Phursungi underground canal has progressed significantly, with the first three kilometres of the 28-km project now complete. Officials said work on the remaining 25 km is expected to be completed within the next three years.

Once operational, the closed pipeline will ensure clean water is transported directly to Phursungi without exposure to pollutants. The project, undertaken last year, is also expected to eliminate the recurring risk of canal breaches that have, in the past, led to waterlogging and damage in nearby localities.

Yogesh Sawant, executive engineer of Khadakwasla tunnel project work, said, "Work is currently underway in four areas-Kolhewadi, Wadachiwadi, Dhayari, and Uruli Devachi...