A History of the Mahrattas v1.c17.15

v1.c17.15

About the same time Rugonath Narrain Hunwuntay undertook a journey from the Carnatic, having left Hurjee Raja Mahareek in charge of the government during his absence. On his arrival at Raigurh, as he brought with him a considerable treasure, the balance saved from the revenue of the districts, he was well received, and as was due to one of the Purdhans and so distinguished an officer, a full durbar was assembled on the occasion. Rugonath Narrain took this unusual opportunity² of entering on public affairs, and represented all the evils likely to result from the disregard shown to experienced servants and to the forms of government instituted by Sivajee; he pointed out what ought to be done, and whilst maintaining his arguments, boldly censured Sumbhajee’s proceedings and predicted his fall.