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If, in the opinion of the State Government or such officer as is empowered in this behalf by the State Government it is necessary or expedient to acquire speedily any land for works or other development measures in connection with flood control or prevention of erosion, the State Government or such officer, may by order in writing, acquire any land stating the area and boundaries of the land. 2 Service on owner or occupier affected by the order of acquisition.