The Kerala government has taken serious note of the childbirths taking place at home in the state and has issued a warning against those encouraging such home births through social media.

"Childbirth through unscientific methods poses a threat to the lives of both the mother and the baby. Therefore, action will be taken under the Public Health Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Samhita," said state Health Minister Veena George in a statement following the Rapid Response Team meeting held here.