Section 42(1) in Delhi Prisons (Inspection, Meetings and Duties of Officers) Rules, 1988
(1)The Medical Officer shall, in the event of the appearance of infectious disease of any kind among the prisoners of Officer or the jail be responsible that all measures and precautions which may be necessary or expedient to meet the emergency and prevent the spread of the disease are promptly taken and that the rules and orders regulating such matters are fully enforced.
