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Taking over of buildings and places to prevent the spread of infection.—(1) For the purpose of effectively carrying out of the control and preventive measures of communicable diseases, the Public Health Officer may, with the permission of the District Collector, enter into any building for and if required may take over temporarily in the manner as may be prescribed. For conducting such activities the Public Health Officer shall ensure the co-operation of the Local Self Government Institutions. (2) When the purpose of taking over or use of aforesaid such building or place is over, the Public Health Officer shall with the assistance of the Local Self Government ensure that such building or place is completely disinfected and cleaned.