In a tweet, Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP, said, "When people were asked to clap, they crowded the roads and beat drums. I just hope now they don't burn down their own houses."

The PM's appeal to clap and clang utensils to show appreciation to frontline staff on March 22 saw its fair share of violations of social distancing norms with mobs coming out on the streets and indulging in raucous tributes.

"Sir 'diyato jalayenge' but please tell us what the government is doing to improve the condition," Raut further asked.

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