HC sets aside Tahsildar’s orders to close down brick kilns in Thadagam valley Updated: Updated: Directs District Collector to hold an inquiry and pass orders within four weeks Share Article Directs District Collector to hold an inquiry and pass orders within four weeks The Madras High Court on Friday held that the Coimbatore North Tahsildar was not empowered to order the closure of numerous brick kilns situated in and around the elephant corridor at Thadagam valley. The court directed the District Collector to pass appropriate orders on the issue, within four weeks, after affording an opportunity of hearing to the brick kiln owners in accordance with the principles of natural justice.