India, Sept. 10 -- After the collapse of the Nepalese government, Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday drew parallels between the situation in the neighbouring country and India, alleging similar corruption and authoritarianism.

Speaking to reporters during a press briefing, the UBT leader said the crisis in the neighbouring nation was fueled by anger over corruption, dictatorship and the lavish lifestyles of ministers and their families, a sentiment he said can also be seen in India. Follow LIVE updates on Nepal unrest

He added that Nepal's "fire" would soon spread to India, especially since the country shares borders with five Indian states - Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Sikkim.

"The youth here, if it ...