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Nepal President likely to meet protestors after 22 killed in violent protests
A critical meeting is scheduled between Nepal's President Ramachandran Podil and youth representatives from 'Generation Z' amid widespread national unrest. The talks, mediated by the Nepali Army, come as the country is on the boil following protests against alleged massive corruption. The situation has escalated with large-scale arson and vandalism in Kathmandu, where the presidential palace and parliament building were torched. According to reports, 22 people have died, and several others are injured. The army chief met with youth representatives to understand their demands ahead of the dialogue with the president. Posters on the streets capture the protestors' message: "Future of the youth is in danger. Time to wake up, stop corruption." In response to the escalating crisis, the Indian embassy has issued a warning to its citizens in Nepal.
