History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v4.c65.s2.11

v4.c65.s2.11

In January 1685, Sharza Khan returned to the capital, and a son of Masaud came to deliver his father’s counsels to the Sultan. Shortly before, promise of support had arrived from Golkonda. On 21st February a Maratha contingent under Shambhuji’s *diwan* Melgiri Pandit reached Bijapur and was welcomed by the Sultan from the Zuhrapur gate. Diplomatic relations with the Mughals had already ceased, and both sides were preparing for an appeal to the sword.