India, March 4 -- The long-pending plan to connect Pune International Airport at Lohegaon with the city's Metro network has moved a step forward, with a "practical route" now finalised after discussions on six alternatives, Union minister of state and Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol said on Tuesday.

Addressing reporters after a comprehensive review meeting of city projects, Mohol said the airport would now be directly linked through a Metro corridor. "It is essential that the international airport at Lohegaon is connected by Metro. After deliberations on six routes, a feasible alignment has been finalised. Work will begin soon," he said.

The airport connectivity has been a long-standing demand, especially as passenger traffic at Pune Internatio...