History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v5.c73.s7.22

v5.c73.s7.22

Late in 1693 Maratha activities revived in the west. Their general Amrit Rao* had entered Mughal service after Shambhuji's downfall and been posted to the Phaltan thana, but in October 1693 he came back to the national side, and crossed the Bhima to raid Mughal territory. Himmat Khan set out in pursuit of him, but could not catch the elusive Maratha horsemen. At the same time Dhana, Shankaraji and other leaders were attacking the Mughal force before Panhala, as we have already seen. And a more active enemy was making his presence felt by the Mughals.