New History of the Marathas v3.c37.81

v3.c37.81

As soon as Madhavrao died, the British navy considering the moment opportune started a wanton aggression against the Maratha posts of Thana, Bassein, Vijaydurg and Ratnagiri on the west coast. Narayanrao took prompt action to prevent mischief. He appointed Trimbak Vinayak to be the Sar-Subah of Bassein and the Konkan, and despatched him with necessary funds and naval forces to counteract the British moves. The Maratha naval officer Dhulap of Vijaydurg co-operated with Trimbak Vinayak and the two proved strong enough for a time to repel the British attack. But Mostyn remained at Poona watching for another opportunity which was not long in coming.