History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v2.c26.4

v2.c26.4

Crossing the Greater or Western Rann he reached the village of Luna, at the north-western end of the island of Cutch. Then, making his way through the desert and along the sea-coast by a difficult and untrodden path, under the guidance of some local zamindars, he arrived at the capital of the island. The Rajah hospitably received him, and overcome by the personal charm of Dara and the hope of matching with the Imperial house of Delhi, he betrothed his daughter to Sipihr Shukoh† and gave every help to Dara to make his progress easy. The fugitive, replenishing his power in the dominion of his new friend, crossed to Kathiawar. Here the leading chief, the Jam of Nawanagar, offered him presents and the necessary provisions and conveyances. Growing stronger as he advanced, he entered Guzerat. The local officers and jagirdars on the way were forced to follow him.